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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 JOFMOT history

L90 JOF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jan 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 196,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

L90 JOF green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2026
Mileage
196,666 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 JOF
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
7 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L90 JOF was last recorded at 196,666 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 3,343 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
193,323 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,343 miles
Average per year
5,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,666 miles
  • 2025 – 193,323 miles
  • 2024 – 190,524 miles
  • 2022 – 187,910 miles
  • 2021 – 186,125 miles
  • 2019 – 182,078 miles
  • 2018 – 165,534 miles
  • 2017 – 151,100 miles
  • 2016 – 149,559 miles
  • 2015 – 145,823 miles
  • 2014 – 144,449 miles
  • 2013 – 140,166 miles
  • 2012 – 135,046 miles
  • 2011 – 129,029 miles
  • 2010 – 117,922 miles
  • 2009 – 112,267 miles
  • 2007 – 93,134 miles
  • 2006 – 81,694 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail196,666 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking box leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAlternator belt worn
  • AdvisoryBody mounts corroded

What MOT failures 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 webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail196,666 miles (+3,343)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,666 miles
    Test number
    699612905188
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking box leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt worn
    • AdvisoryBody mounts corroded
  2. Pass193,323 miles (+2,799)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    193,323 miles
    Test number
    714924253173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material upper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material upper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corrosion
  3. Pass190,524 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    190,524 miles
    Test number
    862456408597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  4. Fail190,511 miles (+2,601)1 dangerous5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,511 miles
    Test number
    696465935379
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device excessively deteriorated Unable to open (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Power steering box (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass187,910 miles (+1,785)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    187,910 miles
    Test number
    487419095115
    • MinorFront Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorRear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Heavy corrosion to rear chassis rail (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  6. Pass186,125 miles (+91)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    186,125 miles
    Test number
    753341069251
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  7. Fail186,034 miles (+398)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,034 miles
    Test number
    608692302118
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  8. Fail185,636 miles (+3,558)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,636 miles
    Test number
    897840370075
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Foremost (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Trailing arm rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rearmost joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Manifold to front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass182,078 miles (+182)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    182,078 miles
    Test number
    392143936745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail181,896 miles (+16,362)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,896 miles
    Test number
    574540509827
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt "A" frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass165,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    165,534 miles
    Test number
    872670125910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail165,534 miles (+14,434)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,534 miles
    Test number
    542337963130
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
  13. Pass151,100 miles (+1,541)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    151,100 miles
    Test number
    722947722767
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases tail pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass149,559 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    149,559 miles
    Test number
    697088164014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass145,823 miles (+1,374)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    145,823 miles
    Test number
    119046245150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass144,449 miles (+4,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    144,449 miles
    Test number
    457273824347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass140,166 miles (+5,120)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    140,166 miles
    Test number
    478740733397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass135,046 miles (+6,017)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    135,046 miles
    Test number
    338416722332
    • NoteBoth front track rod end rear boots cracked/perrished
    • NoteBrake lines corroaded in places
    • NoteOff side front wheel bearing slight play
    • NoteSteering box lingage boot cracked/perrished
  19. Pass129,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    129,029 miles
    Test number
    305664831323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail129,029 miles (+4,794)4 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,029 miles
    Test number
    977922921329
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteO/s/f hub slightly play
  21. Pass124,235 miles (+6,313)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    124,235 miles
    Test number
    455726571006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass117,922 miles (+10)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    117,922 miles
    Test number
    264123200446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint dust cover split
  23. Fail117,912 miles (+5,645)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,912 miles
    Test number
    252822900134
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureSwivelling towbar swivel pin retaining device missing (6.6.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteSteering box drop arm ball joint dust cover split
  24. Pass112,267 miles (+19,133)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    112,267 miles
    Test number
    442337689114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDrop arm ball joint boot split
    • NoteSteering box damp
  25. Pass93,134 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    93,134 miles
    Test number
    351853797143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail93,110 miles (+11,416)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,110 miles
    Test number
    432674287166
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteN/s mirror cracked
    • NoteO/s seat belt fluffing
  27. Pass81,694 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    81,694 miles
    Test number
    132838076147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail81,503 miles6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,503 miles
    Test number
    461752776135
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront propshaft u/j worn
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

Questions about L90 JOF

Does L90 JOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 JOF expired on 24 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 JOF?
The MOT on L90 JOF expired on 24 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 JOF done?
L90 JOF was recorded at 196,666 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,668 miles a year.
Has L90 JOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 JOF has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 JOF 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 JOF find?
L90 JOF failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 4 major defects and 6 advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; power steering component leaking box leaking; rear fog lamp not working, and 7 more.

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