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Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L90 LNTMOT history

L90 LNT is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 173,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

L90 LNT green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,201 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 LNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 LNT was last recorded at 173,201 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 2,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,020 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,181 miles
Average per year
4,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,201 miles
  • 2025 – 171,020 miles
  • 2024 – 167,933 miles
  • 2023 – 164,173 miles
  • 2022 – 161,989 miles
  • 2020 – 160,719 miles
  • 2019 – 157,990 miles
  • 2018 – 154,075 miles
  • 2017 – 147,949 miles
  • 2016 – 142,709 miles
  • 2015 – 137,018 miles
  • 2014 – 135,435 miles
  • 2013 – 135,333 miles
  • 2012 – 131,834 miles
  • 2011 – 129,415 miles
  • 2010 – 123,721 miles
  • 2009 – 118,584 miles
  • 2008 – 111,448 miles
  • 2007 – 103,399 miles
  • 2006 – 80,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,201 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Propshaft universal joint worn propshaft front joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 17 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,201 miles (+2,181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,201 miles
    Test number
    836351420394
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass171,020 miles (+3,087)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    171,020 miles
    Test number
    171243377137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass167,933 miles (+3,760)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    167,933 miles
    Test number
    176802047704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,173 miles (+2,184)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    164,173 miles
    Test number
    960108647137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door strap not connected
  5. Pass161,989 miles (+1,270)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    161,989 miles
    Test number
    403030175968
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker top mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass160,719 miles (+4)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    160,719 miles
    Test number
    826598174347
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged both (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front shocker top mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail160,715 miles (+2,725)4 dangerous4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,715 miles
    Test number
    793241769695
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Towbar is fractured and so weakened within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached x member (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper leeking
  8. Pass157,990 miles (+3,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,990 miles
    Test number
    485671715536
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks on engine
  9. Pass154,075 miles (+99)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    154,075 miles
    Test number
    114926530256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail153,976 miles (+6,027)1 dangerous10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,976 miles
    Test number
    374834864117
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis leg (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass147,949 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    147,949 miles
    Test number
    641107864292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn propshaft front joint
  12. Fail147,947 miles (+5,238)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,947 miles
    Test number
    832626763490
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Propshaft universal joint worn propshaft front joint
  13. Pass142,709 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    142,709 miles
    Test number
    132189753546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail142,708 miles (+5,690)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,708 miles
    Test number
    731696014021
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded drivers floor (3.1.9)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)
  15. Pass137,018 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    137,018 miles
    Test number
    419709245180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail136,908 miles (+1,473)5 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,908 miles
    Test number
    258538535163
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  17. Pass135,435 miles (+102)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    135,435 miles
    Test number
    807803734169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Pass135,333 miles (+3,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    135,333 miles
    Test number
    568289743125
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass131,834 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,834 miles
    Test number
    499515302411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in wiper mech
  20. Fail131,834 miles (+2,419)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,834 miles
    Test number
    136474402364
    • FailureOffside Front Steering box fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play in wiper mech
  21. Pass129,415 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    129,415 miles
    Test number
    496651721461
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Fail129,415 miles (+5,694)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,415 miles
    Test number
    588681721356
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak
  23. Pass123,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    123,721 miles
    Test number
    371122920311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail123,721 miles (+5,137)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,721 miles
    Test number
    273322120330
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
  25. Pass118,584 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    118,584 miles
    Test number
    111918839342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail118,584 miles (+7,136)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,584 miles
    Test number
    472886939396
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteRear trailing arm mountings worn
    • NoteSlight play in both front and rear prop u/js
    • NoteSlight play in nsf track rod end
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn
  27. Pass111,448 miles (+8,049)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    111,448 miles
    Test number
    354263248300
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly damaged
    • NoteFront prop u/j u/s
    • NoteSlight play in osf steering joint
  28. Pass103,399 miles (+11,209)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    103,399 miles
    Test number
    920643457310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass92,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    92,190 miles
    Test number
    824778317047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail92,190 miles (+11,680)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,190 miles
    Test number
    202210017029
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureTrailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteFront prop rear uj worn rear prop rear uj worn
  31. Pass80,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    80,510 miles
    Test number
    824647016006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail80,510 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,510 miles
    Test number
    292337216074
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront propshaft has a worn uj

Questions about L90 LNT

Does L90 LNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 LNT is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 LNT?
The MOT on L90 LNT is valid until 25 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 LNT done?
L90 LNT was recorded at 173,201 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 4,592 miles a year.
Has L90 LNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 LNT has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on L90 LNT 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 LNT find?
L90 LNT passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both; rear exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber missing.

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