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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L90 JLOMOT history

L90 JLO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 156,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

L90 JLO 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 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
156,563 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 JLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 JLO was last recorded at 156,563 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,563 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,563 miles
  • 2025 – 156,061 miles
  • 2024 – 156,058 miles
  • 2023 – 156,053 miles
  • 2021 – 155,066 miles
  • 2019 – 155,054 miles
  • 2018 – 154,337 miles
  • 2017 – 148,443 miles
  • 2016 – 147,241 miles
  • 2015 – 147,006 miles
  • 2014 – 142,738 miles
  • 2013 – 134,981 miles
  • 2012 – 130,513 miles
  • 2011 – 116,834 miles
  • 2010 – 94,587 miles
  • 2009 – 93,796 miles
  • 2008 – 91,382 miles
  • 2007 – 89,699 miles
  • 2006 – 85,704 miles
  • 2005 – 84,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,563 miles
  • MinorNearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

34 tests since 7 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,563 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    156,563 miles
    Test number
    530372496964
    • MinorNearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail156,563 miles (+502)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,563 miles
    Test number
    361554897118
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass156,061 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    156,061 miles
    Test number
    115750860528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass156,058 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    156,058 miles
    Test number
    778032484371
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail156,058 miles (+5)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,058 miles
    Test number
    894613708831
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass156,053 miles (+987)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    156,053 miles
    Test number
    239308787047
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass155,066 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    155,066 miles
    Test number
    816959549798
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass155,054 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    155,054 miles
    Test number
    963832418240
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play swivel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail155,054 miles (+717)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,054 miles
    Test number
    521800815132
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play swivel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass154,337 miles (+5,894)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    154,337 miles
    Test number
    388663838045
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear upper differential support (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock upper bushes slightly worn
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded on the offside upper section

  11. Pass148,443 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    148,443 miles
    Test number
    213632267543
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis but not excessive within prescribed areas

  12. Fail148,440 miles (+1,199)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,440 miles
    Test number
    763174821520
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to chassis but not excessive within prescribed areas

  13. Pass147,241 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    147,241 miles
    Test number
    507933558779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer seatbelts slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryBulkhead at brake servo & steering column mounting starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear sections of exhaust starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside seatbelt release button damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread worn to legal limit

  14. Fail147,241 miles (+235)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,241 miles
    Test number
    374948079210
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth outer seatbelts slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryBulkhead at brake servo & steering column mounting starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryCentre & rear sections of exhaust starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryNearside seatbelt release button damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread worn to legal limit

  15. Pass147,006 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    147,006 miles
    Test number
    328996625172
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteChips/cracks in windscreen outside swept area
    • NoteOffside front out rigger at suspension mounting prescribed area corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread wearing low.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  16. Fail147,006 miles (+4,268)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,006 miles
    Test number
    549296325115
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside front out rigger at suspension mounting prescribed area corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread wearing low.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded

  17. Pass142,738 miles3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    142,738 miles
    Test number
    947294834161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre section of exhaust corroded
    • NoteChip in windscreen outside swept area
    • NoteNearside and offside front seat belts have slight damage to webbing.
    • NoteNearside headlamp lense cracked.
    • NotePower steering belt perished.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight leak from both front suspension hubs.

  18. Fail142,738 miles (+7,757)2 failures3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,738 miles
    Test number
    915593234113
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCentre section of exhaust corroded
    • NoteChip in windscreen outside swept area
    • NoteNearside and offside front seat belts have slight damage to webbing.
    • NoteNearside headlamp lense cracked.
    • NotePower steering belt perished.
    • NotePower steering pipes corroded
    • NoteSlight leak from both front suspension hubs.

  19. Pass134,981 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    134,981 miles
    Test number
    457330423188
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChip in windscreen outside swept area
    • NoteNearside headlamp lense cracked
    • NotePower steering pipes starting to corrode

  20. Fail134,981 miles (+4,468)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,981 miles
    Test number
    258079713439
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChip in windscreen outside swept area
    • NoteNearside headlamp lense cracked
    • NotePower steering pipes starting to corrode

  21. Pass130,513 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    130,513 miles
    Test number
    917180832111
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteNearside headlamp damaged & pattern poor
    • NotePower steering pump drive belt slack

  22. Fail130,513 miles (+13,679)3 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,513 miles
    Test number
    366530832103
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteNearside headlamp damaged & pattern poor
    • NotePower steering pump drive belt slack

  23. Pass116,834 miles (+22,247)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2012
    Odometer
    116,834 miles
    Test number
    609004721137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass94,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    94,587 miles
    Test number
    630002200159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail94,587 miles (+791)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,587 miles
    Test number
    792312900117
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass93,796 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    93,796 miles
    Test number
    360697629138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail93,792 miles (+2,410)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,792 miles
    Test number
    531086399057
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureBrake drum contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass91,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    91,382 miles
    Test number
    482775398063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail93,182 miles (+3,483)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,182 miles
    Test number
    840595998058
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  30. Pass89,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    994628907194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail89,699 miles (+3,995)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,699 miles
    Test number
    173568107190
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass85,704 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    85,704 miles
    Test number
    811590716181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail84,902 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,902 miles
    Test number
    614291415311
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  34. Pass84,902 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    84,902 miles
    Test number
    780031315332
    • 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L90 JLO

Does L90 JLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 JLO is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 JLO?
The MOT on L90 JLO is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 JLO done?
L90 JLO was recorded at 156,563 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,528 miles a year.
Has L90 JLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 JLO has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 JLO 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 JLO find?
L90 JLO passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside position lamp incorrect colour; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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