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Grey · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 LSYMOT history

L90 LSY is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1995. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 24,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

L90 LSY grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
24,522 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 LSY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
31 Dec 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 LSY was last recorded at 24,522 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Jan 2019: 6,086 miles, lower than 197,349 miles on 13 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
24,407 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 24,522 miles
  • 2024 – 24,066 miles
  • 2023 – 23,793 miles
  • 2022 – 22,951 miles
  • 2021 – 20,833 miles
  • 2020 – 15,295 miles
  • 2019 – 6,086 miles
  • 2018 – 197,349 miles
  • 2017 – 190,793 miles
  • 2016 – 179,361 miles
  • 2015 – 174,933 miles
  • 2014 – 161,854 miles
  • 2013 – 147,429 miles
  • 2012 – 123,993 miles
  • 2011 – 110,095 miles
  • 2010 – 102,005 miles
  • 2009 – 99,204 miles
  • 2008 – 93,490 miles
  • 2007 – 86,810 miles
  • 2006 – 80,786 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,522 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective All rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff and nearside front hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Handbrake has long travel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,522 miles (+115)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    24,522 miles
    Test number
    362667205920
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective All rubbers (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Front diff and nearside front hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass24,407 miles (+341)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    24,407 miles
    Test number
    517828753873
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass24,066 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    24,066 miles
    Test number
    189295823461
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has long travel
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail24,066 miles (+273)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,066 miles
    Test number
    326886532135
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has long travel
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass23,793 miles (+842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    23,793 miles
    Test number
    605690169871
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has long travel

  6. Pass22,951 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    22,951 miles
    Test number
    318067252743
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail22,951 miles (+2,118)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,951 miles
    Test number
    278330091539
    • Repaired at testFront All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass20,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    20,833 miles
    Test number
    300991180858
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail20,833 miles (+5,538)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,833 miles
    Test number
    327070456626
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low Both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass15,295 miles (+9,209)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    15,295 miles
    Test number
    713602419456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass6,086 miles (-191,263)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    6,086 miles
    Test number
    258813013614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass197,349 miles (+6,556)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    197,349 miles
    Test number
    585225344563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass190,793 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    190,793 miles
    Test number
    563808333793
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail190,560 miles (+11,199)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,560 miles
    Test number
    397664739110
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3.55 (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass179,361 miles (+4,428)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    179,361 miles
    Test number
    422718210418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass174,933 miles (+13,079)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    174,933 miles
    Test number
    459483325009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass161,854 miles (+14,425)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    161,854 miles
    Test number
    597777124032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass147,429 miles (+23,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    147,429 miles
    Test number
    688389513054
    • AdvisoryFront Panhard rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass123,993 miles (+13,898)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    123,993 miles
    Test number
    186001622053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass110,095 miles (+8,090)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    110,095 miles
    Test number
    338605621075
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front hub leaking slightly

  21. Pass102,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    102,005 miles
    Test number
    914549620075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail102,501 miles (+3,297)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,501 miles
    Test number
    804309220084
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass99,204 miles (+5,714)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    99,204 miles
    Test number
    703919069114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,490 miles (+6,680)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    93,490 miles
    Test number
    804037478184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    86,810 miles
    Test number
    613540577192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail86,802 miles (+6,016)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    594200677165
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass80,786 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    80,786 miles
    Test number
    510423076141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L90 LSY

Does L90 LSY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 LSY is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 LSY?
The MOT on L90 LSY is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 LSY done?
L90 LSY was recorded at 24,522 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025.
Has L90 LSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 LSY has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 LSY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Jan 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 LSY find?
L90 LSY passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all; exhaust mounting defective all rubbers, and 5 more.

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