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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 LPPMOT history

L90 LPP is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 9 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 103,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2024.

L90 LPP grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2025
Mileage
103,696 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 LPP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2025
Latest MOT test
30 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 LPP was last recorded at 103,696 miles on 30 May 2024, 969 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,727 miles · 26 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
969 miles
Average per year
4,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 103,696 miles
  • 2023 – 102,727 miles
  • 2020 – 100,027 miles
  • 2019 – 97,780 miles
  • 2018 – 97,017 miles
  • 2017 – 95,365 miles
  • 2016 – 90,563 miles
  • 2014 – 89,481 miles
  • 2013 – 85,958 miles
  • 2012 – 81,698 miles
  • 2011 – 74,912 miles
  • 2010 – 68,145 miles
  • 2009 – 59,997 miles
  • 2008 – 49,299 miles
  • 2007 – 36,961 miles
  • 2006 – 25,050 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,696 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,696 miles (+969)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    103,696 miles
    Test number
    777365429613
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorated

  2. Pass102,727 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    102,727 miles
    Test number
    750432279632
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    658043256180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,027 miles (+1,317)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    100,027 miles
    Test number
    271895999418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass98,710 miles (+531)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    123551492710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,179 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,179 miles
    Test number
    272512911325
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside spheres have slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail98,179 miles (+399)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,179 miles
    Test number
    438535194064
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components are corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside & nearside spheres have slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass97,780 miles (+763)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,780 miles
    Test number
    552511679573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront offside & nearside spheres slightly leaking
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,017 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,017 miles
    Test number
    416586912376
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail97,017 miles (+1,652)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,017 miles
    Test number
    764132212060
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass95,365 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    95,365 miles
    Test number
    345119019760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,365 miles (+4,802)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,365 miles
    Test number
    723685533725
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

  13. Pass90,563 miles (+1,082)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,563 miles
    Test number
    389639495587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    89,481 miles
    Test number
    257733674282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail89,481 miles (+3,523)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,481 miles
    Test number
    947662174242
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) missing (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp missing (1.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Fluid suspension unit deteriorated and likely to fail (2.4.D.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass85,958 miles (+4,260)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,958 miles
    Test number
    648045653290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass81,698 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    81,698 miles
    Test number
    407148772266
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt buckle cover missing

  18. Fail81,698 miles (+6,786)2 dangerous7 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,698 miles
    Test number
    355820372285
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt buckle cover missing

  19. Pass74,912 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    649010181231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail74,912 miles (+6,767)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    905298871209
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass68,145 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,145 miles
    Test number
    381032070299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  22. Fail68,144 miles (+8,147)4 dangerous9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,144 miles
    Test number
    861068150223
    • DangerousNearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  23. Pass59,997 miles (+10,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    59,997 miles
    Test number
    742660959259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  24. Fail49,299 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,299 miles
    Test number
    230853458244
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass49,299 miles (+12,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    49,299 miles
    Test number
    770723358222
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass36,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,961 miles
    Test number
    783729347217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail36,955 miles (+11,905)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,955 miles
    Test number
    690239247266
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass25,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,050 miles
    Test number
    393970256408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 LPP

Does L90 LPP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 LPP expired on 29 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 LPP?
The MOT on L90 LPP expired on 29 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 LPP done?
L90 LPP was recorded at 103,696 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2024, an average of 4,436 miles a year.
Has L90 LPP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 LPP has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on L90 LPP 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 LPP find?
L90 LPP passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2024 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pump has slight seepage, and 1 more.

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