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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 JSOMOT history

L90 JSO is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 147,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2025.

L90 JSO green 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 29 Aug 2026
Mileage
147,529 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 JSO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 JSO was last recorded at 147,529 miles on 30 Aug 2025, 2,874 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,655 miles · 2 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,874 miles
Average per year
5,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,529 miles
  • 2022 – 144,655 miles
  • 2021 – 140,434 miles
  • 2020 – 135,720 miles
  • 2019 – 128,542 miles
  • 2018 – 121,971 miles
  • 2017 – 117,805 miles
  • 2016 – 113,363 miles
  • 2015 – 107,038 miles
  • 2014 – 97,049 miles
  • 2012 – 90,407 miles
  • 2011 – 84,824 miles
  • 2010 – 79,287 miles
  • 2009 – 72,437 miles
  • 2008 – 69,651 miles
  • 2007 – 60,923 miles
  • 2006 – 46,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,529 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Hockey stick bushes worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • FRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,529 miles (+2,874)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,529 miles
    Test number
    309067981230
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,655 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,655 miles
    Test number
    846104307829
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail144,655 miles (+4,221)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,655 miles
    Test number
    729029114515
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,434 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    140,434 miles
    Test number
    994222151618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  5. Fail140,429 miles (+4,709)4 dangerous14 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,429 miles
    Test number
    325778434759
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Service brake and parking brake (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible Tow rope obstructing front number plate (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn All 4 hockey stick bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play Play in both front wheel bearings and O/S/F WHEEL BEARING CAP BOLTS BROKEN AND MISSING (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded into brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit Trailer electrical socket cut off with wires exposed (4.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear (4.7.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Hubs leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch All four

  6. Pass135,720 miles (+7,178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    135,720 miles
    Test number
    307040782588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  7. Pass128,542 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    128,542 miles
    Test number
    901870069594
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Hockey stick bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Top and bottom shock absorber bushes worn
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box

  8. Fail128,540 miles (+6,569)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,540 miles
    Test number
    878464483897
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Hockey stick bushes worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Top and bottom shock absorber bushes worn
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box

  9. Pass121,971 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    121,971 miles
    Test number
    460995476453
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFRONT HOCKEY STICK BUSHES WORN
    • AdvisoryO/S/F HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryREAR TOP SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHES WORN
    • AdvisorySTEERING BOX LEAKING

  10. Fail121,971 miles (+4,166)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,971 miles
    Test number
    687808533927
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryFRONT HOCKEY STICK BUSHES WORN
    • AdvisoryO/S/F HUB SEAL LEAKING
    • AdvisoryREAR TOP SHOCK ABSORBER BUSHES WORN
    • AdvisorySTEERING BOX LEAKING

  11. Pass117,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    117,805 miles
    Test number
    148814080587
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryLONG HAND BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL

  12. Fail117,805 miles (+4,442)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,805 miles
    Test number
    569702253614
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush BOTH (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFRONT BRAKE PIPES CORRODED
    • AdvisoryLONG HAND BRAKE LEVER TRAVEL

  13. Pass113,363 miles (+12)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    113,363 miles
    Test number
    444019365130
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryDamage to near side front wing
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExcessive engine drive belt noise
    • AdvisoryExcessive mud under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNear side front wheel arch missing

  14. Fail113,351 miles (+6,313)9 failures14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,351 miles
    Test number
    212235532939
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureTowbar component excessively damaged (6.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front axel swivel seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryDamage to near side front wing
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExcessive engine drive belt noise
    • AdvisoryExcessive mud under side of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNear side front wheel arch missing
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade split

  15. Pass107,038 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,038 miles
    Test number
    175686205444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteNear side front body damage
    • NoteNear side front wheel arch missing
    • NoteOil leak between gear box and transfer box
    • NoteRear washer jet missing

  16. Fail107,038 miles (+9,989)8 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,038 miles
    Test number
    189916105486
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront bumper damaged
    • NoteNear side front body damage
    • NoteNear side front wheel arch missing
    • NoteOil leak between gear box and transfer box
    • NoteRear washer jet missing

  17. Pass97,049 miles (+6,642)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,049 miles
    Test number
    186367914045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,407 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    90,407 miles
    Test number
    485529912490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,378 miles (+5,554)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,378 miles
    Test number
    549907712343
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass84,824 miles (+2,171)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    84,824 miles
    Test number
    485230021447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front swivel seal weeping

  21. Fail82,653 miles4 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,653 miles
    Test number
    336949031026
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front swivel seal leaking, swivel eye-ball badly pitted
    • NoteOffside rear of engine oiley around fuel regulator area, no leaks found?
    • NoteParking brake warning light is inoperative
    • NoteRear tie-bar bushes are debonding

  22. Pass82,653 miles (+3,366)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    82,653 miles
    Test number
    409729931088
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside front swivel seal leaking, swivel eye-ball badly pitted
    • NoteOffside rear of engine oiley around fuel regulator area, no leaks found?
    • NoteParking brake warning light is inoperative
    • NoteRear tie-bar bushes are debonding

  23. Fail79,287 miles3 repaired2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,287 miles
    Test number
    331447140065
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront outer seat belt webbings are marked [both sides]
    • NoteNearside front tire is running very close to radius arm when on full lock
    • NoteOffside front swivel seal is weeping
    • NoteOil leak bottom of engine?
    • NoteRear service brake efficiency seems low

  24. Pass79,287 miles (+6,850)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    79,287 miles
    Test number
    391347040001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront outer seat belt webbings are marked [both sides]
    • NoteNearside front tire is running very close to radius arm when on full lock
    • NoteOffside front swivel seal is weeping
    • NoteOil leak bottom of engine?
    • NoteRear service brake efficiency seems low

  25. Pass72,437 miles (+2,786)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,437 miles
    Test number
    961745159025
    • NoteFront brake imbalance is high
    • NoteFront radius arm bushes are getting soft
    • NoteFront tires are running very close to radius arms on full lock [both sides]
    • NoteOffside front outer seat belt webbing slightly marked
    • NoteOffside upper rear corner of engine and bell housing is very oiley
    • NoteRear brake efficiency seems low?
    • NoteRear shock absorber lower bushes are worn
    • NoteRear tie bar bushes are starting to delaminate
    • NoteSlight lift in rear axle upper A frame ball joint. click from rear on changing direction forwards to reverse
    • NoteSurface corrosion on brake discs

  26. Fail69,651 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,651 miles
    Test number
    262270698491
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass69,651 miles (+8,728)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,651 miles
    Test number
    271110798466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,923 miles (+14,336)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    60,923 miles
    Test number
    390014707250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    984708686136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 JSO

Does L90 JSO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 JSO expired on 29 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 JSO?
The MOT on L90 JSO expired on 29 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 JSO done?
L90 JSO was recorded at 147,529 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2025, an average of 5,272 miles a year.
Has L90 JSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 JSO has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 JSO 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 JSO find?
L90 JSO passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front prop shaft bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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