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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 JHDMOT history

L90 JHD is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 213,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

L90 JHD green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
213,250 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 JHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 JHD was last recorded at 213,250 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 39 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Jan 2023: 88,441 miles, lower than 192,385 miles on 4 Jan 2023.

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
213,211 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
39 miles
Average per year
7,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 213,250 miles
  • 2025 – 208,799 miles
  • 2024 – 200,249 miles
  • 2023 – 88,441 miles
  • 2022 – 187,708 miles
  • 2020 – 183,242 miles
  • 2019 – 173,618 miles
  • 2018 – 165,342 miles
  • 2017 – 156,843 miles
  • 2016 – 148,597 miles
  • 2015 – 143,074 miles
  • 2014 – 136,989 miles
  • 2013 – 129,566 miles
  • 2012 – 121,281 miles
  • 2011 – 112,294 miles
  • 2010 – 103,831 miles
  • 2009 – 95,273 miles
  • 2008 – 87,652 miles
  • 2007 – 76,373 miles
  • 2006 – 62,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,250 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front outer drive shaft seals leaking ( slightly )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Outer Oil leak, but not excessive both sides.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Engine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,250 miles (+39)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    213,250 miles
    Test number
    738722840610
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail213,211 miles (+4,412)1 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,211 miles
    Test number
    441273678525
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass208,799 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    208,799 miles
    Test number
    686922987755
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer drive shaft seals leaking ( slightly )

  4. Fail208,799 miles (+8,550)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,799 miles
    Test number
    430661751641
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer drive shaft seals leaking ( slightly )

  5. Pass200,249 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    200,249 miles
    Test number
    280118330521
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Oil leak, but not excessive both sides. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to chassis.

  6. Fail200,239 miles (+111,798)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,239 miles
    Test number
    453798748870
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn of rear. (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Oil leak, but not excessive both sides. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some testable components.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to chassis.

  7. Pass88,441 miles (-103,944)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,441 miles
    Test number
    312745620761
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust

  8. Fail192,385 miles (+4,677)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,385 miles
    Test number
    732554979645
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play Both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust

  9. Pass187,708 miles (+4,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    187,708 miles
    Test number
    395057114760
    • AdvisoryVarious corrosion marks around the vehicle

  10. Pass183,242 miles (+9,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    183,242 miles
    Test number
    883463452043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass173,618 miles (+8,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    173,618 miles
    Test number
    123920373936
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Hydraulic leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass165,342 miles (+8,499)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,342 miles
    Test number
    967925222833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass156,843 miles (+8,246)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    156,843 miles
    Test number
    439285626188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass148,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    148,597 miles
    Test number
    250206565409
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail148,597 miles (+5,523)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,597 miles
    Test number
    682343996567
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass143,074 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    143,074 miles
    Test number
    785880275163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExcess corrision to osr chassis
    • NoteExcess corrision to rear cross member
    • NoteFront no plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • NoteOil leak front and rear diff

  17. Fail143,074 miles (+6,085)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,074 miles
    Test number
    209240775486
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExcess corrision to osr chassis
    • NoteExcess corrision to rear cross member
    • NoteFront no plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • NoteOil leak front and rear diff

  18. Pass136,989 miles (+7,423)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,989 miles
    Test number
    225254984151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExcess corrision to rear cross member
    • NoteFront no plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • NoteOil leak front diff

  19. Fail129,566 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,566 miles
    Test number
    296670673462
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExcess corrision to rear cross member

  20. Pass129,566 miles (+8,285)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    129,566 miles
    Test number
    868220673147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteExcess corrision to rear cross member

  21. Pass121,281 miles (+8,987)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    121,281 miles
    Test number
    136017772169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass112,294 miles (+8,463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,294 miles
    Test number
    757819571187
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

  23. Fail103,831 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,831 miles
    Test number
    383850680102
    • Repaired at testUpper Adjustable towbar locating pin excessively worn (6.6.5b)

  24. Pass103,831 miles (+8,558)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,831 miles
    Test number
    480470380161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass95,273 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    95,273 miles
    Test number
    960558589133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail95,093 miles (+7,441)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,093 miles
    Test number
    621034789114
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  27. Pass87,652 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    87,652 miles
    Test number
    654029888127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail87,542 miles (+11,169)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,542 miles
    Test number
    240016488144
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  29. Pass76,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,373 miles
    Test number
    591225067197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  30. Fail76,373 miles (+13,743)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,373 miles
    Test number
    901345467157
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  31. Pass62,630 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,630 miles
    Test number
    881161576177
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L90 JHD

Does L90 JHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 JHD is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 JHD?
The MOT on L90 JHD is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 JHD done?
L90 JHD was recorded at 213,250 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 7,689 miles a year.
Has L90 JHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 JHD has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 JHD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 JHD find?
L90 JHD passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front lower track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front lower track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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