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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 HTMMOT history

L90 HTM is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 58,493 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

L90 HTM 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 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
58,493 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 HTM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 HTM was last recorded at 58,493 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 216 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Dec 2011: 5,521 miles, lower than 89,274 miles on 20 Dec 2010.

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
58,277 miles · 14 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 58,493 miles
  • 2024 – 49,868 miles
  • 2023 – 41,954 miles
  • 2022 – 41,493 miles
  • 2021 – 40,448 miles
  • 2020 – 38,647 miles
  • 2019 – 36,618 miles
  • 2018 – 35,304 miles
  • 2017 – 32,617 miles
  • 2016 – 26,770 miles
  • 2015 – 21,416 miles
  • 2014 – 17,362 miles
  • 2013 – 14,337 miles
  • 2012 – 9,833 miles
  • 2011 – 5,521 miles
  • 2010 – 89,274 miles
  • 2009 – 79,236 miles
  • 2008 – 74,419 miles
  • 2007 – 69,581 miles
  • 2006 – 63,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,493 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass58,493 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    58,493 miles
    Test number
    318556579654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail58,277 miles (+8,409)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,277 miles
    Test number
    521067549874
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s/r chassis legs swollen and heavy surface corrosion at rear outer, meeting cross member

  3. Pass49,868 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    49,868 miles
    Test number
    875203980259
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail49,866 miles (+7,912)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    295876179013
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective Track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted (2.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,954 miles (+461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,954 miles
    Test number
    555738796638
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass41,493 miles (+1,045)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    41,493 miles
    Test number
    938208308283
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Pass40,448 miles (+1,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    40,448 miles
    Test number
    714610350043
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material some (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass38,647 miles (+2,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    38,647 miles
    Test number
    686179638950
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass36,618 miles (+1,314)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,618 miles
    Test number
    933769234523
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides poor (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps switch worn and not precise swapping from main to dip and back (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front axle mount rubbers in link arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear prop - rear U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  10. Pass35,304 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    35,304 miles
    Test number
    116790298241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,617 miles (+5,847)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    32,617 miles
    Test number
    960137875039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,770 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,770 miles
    Test number
    929502580516
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWatts linkage dust cover deteriorating

  13. Fail26,751 miles (+5,335)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,751 miles
    Test number
    380893376207
    • FailureNearside Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWatts linkage dust cover deteriorating

  14. Pass21,416 miles (+4,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    21,416 miles
    Test number
    367765644712
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRadius arm has slight play in a pin/bush Both sides Front bushes (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass17,362 miles (+3,025)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    17,362 miles
    Test number
    738083134375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,337 miles (+4,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    14,337 miles
    Test number
    727058843394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  17. Pass9,833 miles (+4,312)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    9,833 miles
    Test number
    418476252432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteRear diff seal starting to leak, ok at time of test.

  18. Pass5,521 miles (-83,753)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    5,521 miles
    Test number
    786631451306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,274 miles (+4,537)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    89,274 miles
    Test number
    752754350301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass84,737 miles (+5,501)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    84,737 miles
    Test number
    762926430030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail79,236 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,236 miles
    Test number
    311189819074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass79,236 miles (+4,817)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    79,236 miles
    Test number
    820999019045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,419 miles (+4,838)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    263607118044
    • NoteProp shaft u/js worn
    • NoteRear section of exhaust weak

  24. Pass69,581 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    69,581 miles
    Test number
    513235427097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,635 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    63,635 miles
    Test number
    753217326004
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about L90 HTM

Does L90 HTM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 HTM expired on 20 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 HTM?
The MOT on L90 HTM expired on 20 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 HTM done?
L90 HTM was recorded at 58,493 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025.
Has L90 HTM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 HTM has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 HTM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Dec 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 HTM find?
L90 HTM passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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