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Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

L90 KNCMOT history

L90 KNC is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 175,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

L90 KNC red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Oct 2025
Mileage
175,193 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 KNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L90 KNC was last recorded at 175,193 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 3,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,171 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,022 miles
Average per year
6,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,193 miles
  • 2024 – 172,171 miles
  • 2023 – 170,232 miles
  • 2022 – 163,310 miles
  • 2021 – 154,822 miles
  • 2020 – 149,556 miles
  • 2019 – 141,637 miles
  • 2017 – 134,710 miles
  • 2016 – 130,800 miles
  • 2015 – 123,675 miles
  • 2014 – 112,468 miles
  • 2013 – 102,114 miles
  • 2012 – 98,148 miles
  • 2011 – 90,876 miles
  • 2010 – 82,105 miles
  • 2009 – 76,129 miles
  • 2008 – 71,175 miles
  • 2007 – 66,013 miles
  • 2005 – 47,666 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail175,193 miles
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected behind bumper (4.11 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission swivel hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected behind bumper (4.11 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail175,193 miles (+3,022)16 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,193 miles
    Test number
    808357145144
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorFront Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected behind bumper (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Oil leaking excessively from transmission swivel hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected behind bumper (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake is causing the vehicle to swerve to the offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass172,171 miles (+1,939)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    172,171 miles
    Test number
    849819984725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass170,232 miles (+6,922)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    170,232 miles
    Test number
    302571954268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass163,310 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    163,310 miles
    Test number
    297061749580
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail163,309 miles (+8,487)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,309 miles
    Test number
    541487837511
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross member holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass154,822 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,822 miles
    Test number
    386437105878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail154,817 miles (+5,261)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,817 miles
    Test number
    951805747633
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass149,556 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    149,556 miles
    Test number
    197958218006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber bush slight play

  9. Fail149,556 miles (+7,919)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,556 miles
    Test number
    998976311366
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber bush slight play

  10. Pass141,637 miles (+7)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    141,637 miles
    Test number
    233316067953
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail141,630 miles (+6,920)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,630 miles
    Test number
    804017593643
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play rear joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded central (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass134,710 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    134,710 miles
    Test number
    345114993423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail134,706 miles (+3,906)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,706 miles
    Test number
    650366822217
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded Both sides from flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass130,800 miles (+7,125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    130,800 miles
    Test number
    378623516180
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both rears (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass123,675 miles (+815)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    123,675 miles
    Test number
    245522132323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail122,860 miles (+10,392)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,860 miles
    Test number
    435642469201
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover missing steering box drag link (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush top bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass112,468 miles (+10,354)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    112,468 miles
    Test number
    407907094268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass102,114 miles (+3,966)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    102,114 miles
    Test number
    986798903317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,148 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    98,148 miles
    Test number
    977432112345
    • NoteSlight grease leak on nsf swivel housing
    • NoteSlight p.a.s fluid leak om steering box bottom seal

  20. Fail98,148 miles (+7,272)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,148 miles
    Test number
    549902312382
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteSlight grease leak on nsf swivel housing
    • NoteSlight p.a.s fluid leak om steering box bottom seal

  21. Pass90,876 miles (+8,771)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    90,876 miles
    Test number
    629456421328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass82,105 miles (+5,976)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    82,105 miles
    Test number
    472140130394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass76,129 miles (+4,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,129 miles
    Test number
    953922879299
    • 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)

  24. Pass71,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    71,175 miles
    Test number
    252387968293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,175 miles (+5,162)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,175 miles
    Test number
    411767168274
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass66,013 miles (+2,369)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    66,013 miles
    Test number
    891506477247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,644 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    63,644 miles
    Test number
    371844567034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail63,615 miles (+15,949)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,615 miles
    Test number
    183291267005
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass47,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    47,666 miles
    Test number
    193547425385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 KNC

Does L90 KNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 KNC expired on 28 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 KNC?
The MOT on L90 KNC expired on 28 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 KNC done?
L90 KNC was recorded at 175,193 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 6,356 miles a year.
Has L90 KNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 KNC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 KNC 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 KNC find?
L90 KNC failed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 16 major defects and 2 advisories: all direction indicators not working; central exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak; central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 15 more.

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