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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 LTJMOT history

L90 LTJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 199,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2022.

L90 LTJ grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2023
Mileage
199,719 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 LTJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 LTJ was last recorded at 199,719 miles on 24 Aug 2022, 4,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,426 miles · 20 May 2021
Between the last two tests
4,293 miles
Average per year
10,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 199,719 miles
  • 2021 – 195,426 miles
  • 2019 – 181,269 miles
  • 2018 – 173,200 miles
  • 2017 – 162,581 miles
  • 2016 – 150,333 miles
  • 2015 – 138,402 miles
  • 2014 – 131,763 miles
  • 2013 – 123,162 miles
  • 2011 – 115,431 miles
  • 2010 – 101,578 miles
  • 2009 – 86,688 miles
  • 2008 – 71,036 miles
  • 2007 – 37,027 miles
  • 2006 – 35,036 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,719 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,719 miles (+4,293)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    199,719 miles
    Test number
    792629786817
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass195,426 miles (+14,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    195,426 miles
    Test number
    122759223788
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass181,269 miles (+8,069)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    181,269 miles
    Test number
    883106668697
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower bulk head (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass173,200 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    173,200 miles
    Test number
    282532438209
    • AdvisoryFront Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion bulk head (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis out riggers (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front cross member (below radiator) (6.1.A.1)

  5. Fail173,200 miles (+10,619)2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,200 miles
    Test number
    593743599729
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion bulk head (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis out riggers (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion front cross member (below radiator) (6.1.A.1)

  6. Pass162,581 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    162,581 miles
    Test number
    385971395015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail162,244 miles (+11,911)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,244 miles
    Test number
    826744333916
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassies (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened drop link (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings middle chasssies (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion bulk head (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outrigger (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Pass150,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    150,333 miles
    Test number
    265528093181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail150,331 miles (+11,929)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,331 miles
    Test number
    331191946807
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  10. Pass138,402 miles (+6,639)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    138,402 miles
    Test number
    496964565046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    131,763 miles
    Test number
    706778894042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail131,763 miles (+8,601)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,763 miles
    Test number
    999818294069
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  13. Pass123,162 miles (+7,731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    123,162 miles
    Test number
    857137483093
    • NoteChassis, crossmembers, and outriggers corroded slightly

  14. Pass115,431 miles (+1,255)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    115,431 miles
    Test number
    406516341413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll four tyre valves slightly deteriated
    • NoteN/s/f disc worn
    • NoteUndercarrage newly and heavily undersealed

  15. Fail114,176 miles (+12,598)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,176 miles
    Test number
    645759971227
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s front brake disc worn

  16. Pass101,578 miles (+54)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    101,578 miles
    Test number
    402067240470
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail101,524 miles (+14,836)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,524 miles
    Test number
    212363940323
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass86,688 miles (+39)15 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    86,688 miles
    Test number
    543708249303
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear diff pinion seal leaking

  19. Fail86,649 miles (+15,613)2 dangerous5 failures15 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,649 miles
    Test number
    162523349304
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear diff pinion seal leaking

  20. Pass71,036 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    434385048441
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking

  21. Fail71,036 miles (+34,009)11 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,036 miles
    Test number
    831893148384
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking

  22. Pass37,027 miles (+1,991)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,027 miles
    Test number
    210087907422
    • NoteSlight corrosion to various metal brake pipes
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear differential front oil seal

  23. Pass35,036 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    35,036 miles
    Test number
    240839306120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 LTJ

Does L90 LTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 LTJ expired on 23 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 LTJ?
The MOT on L90 LTJ expired on 23 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 LTJ done?
L90 LTJ was recorded at 199,719 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2022, an average of 10,074 miles a year.
Has L90 LTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 LTJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on L90 LTJ 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 LTJ find?
L90 LTJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside front front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front drag link end ball joint has slight play, and 5 more.

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