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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L90 NMTMOT history

L90 NMT is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 225,633 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

L90 NMT green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
225,633 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 NMT
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
24 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 NMT was last recorded at 225,633 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
225,071 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
562 miles
Average per year
7,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 225,633 miles
  • 2025 – 225,071 miles
  • 2024 – 223,504 miles
  • 2023 – 218,758 miles
  • 2021 – 213,050 miles
  • 2020 – 206,853 miles
  • 2019 – 200,522 miles
  • 2018 – 193,987 miles
  • 2017 – 190,591 miles
  • 2016 – 186,150 miles
  • 2015 – 182,297 miles
  • 2014 – 180,595 miles
  • 2013 – 178,187 miles
  • 2011 – 175,653 miles
  • 2010 – 155,034 miles
  • 2008 – 133,337 miles
  • 2007 – 113,041 miles
  • 2006 – 91,164 miles
  • 2005 – 72,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,633 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside and Offside (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,633 miles (+562)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    225,633 miles
    Test number
    749632633564
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Nearside and Offside (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass225,071 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    225,071 miles
    Test number
    182092801870
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail225,071 miles (+1,567)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,071 miles
    Test number
    793504902861
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass223,504 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    223,504 miles
    Test number
    466422076290
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail223,504 miles (+4,746)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,504 miles
    Test number
    535321047819
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass218,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    218,758 miles
    Test number
    896208856769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail218,758 miles (+5,708)14 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,758 miles
    Test number
    357451481703
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside 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 Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened linkage hole elongated (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn `D` bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  8. Pass213,050 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    213,050 miles
    Test number
    937901365344
    • AdvisoryNearside Door step corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar bush (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door step corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar bush (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail213,050 miles (+6,197)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,050 miles
    Test number
    467627529374
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Door step corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar bush (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Door step corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie bar bush (marked) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass206,853 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    206,853 miles
    Test number
    410831585416
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail206,853 miles (+6,331)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,853 miles
    Test number
    461562997061
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush nearside & offside (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass200,522 miles (+6,535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    200,522 miles
    Test number
    723193462968
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  13. Pass193,987 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    193,987 miles
    Test number
    212633418624
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Fail193,986 miles (+3,395)8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,986 miles
    Test number
    368119193816
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass190,591 miles (+4,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    190,591 miles
    Test number
    867654772192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass186,150 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    186,150 miles
    Test number
    931342067858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail186,149 miles (+3,852)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,149 miles
    Test number
    273371419238
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass182,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    182,297 miles
    Test number
    589944705195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail182,297 miles (+1,702)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,297 miles
    Test number
    268064605436
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass180,595 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    180,595 miles
    Test number
    357057304152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass178,187 miles (+2,534)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    178,187 miles
    Test number
    378169403144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass175,653 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    175,653 miles
    Test number
    716114281001
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Fail175,653 miles (+20,619)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,653 miles
    Test number
    937214181060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass155,034 miles (+21,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    155,034 miles
    Test number
    904618770039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail133,337 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,337 miles
    Test number
    533478048363
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass133,337 miles (+20,296)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    133,337 miles
    Test number
    983308548305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass113,041 miles (+21,877)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    113,041 miles
    Test number
    642612937316
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  28. Pass91,164 miles (+18,486)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    91,164 miles
    Test number
    454984026408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,678 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    72,678 miles
    Test number
    681550725379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail72,480 miles4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,480 miles
    Test number
    901744215357
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak from handbrake drum

Questions about L90 NMT

Does L90 NMT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 NMT is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 NMT?
The MOT on L90 NMT is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 NMT done?
L90 NMT was recorded at 225,633 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 7,450 miles a year.
Has L90 NMT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 NMT has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 NMT 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 NMT find?
L90 NMT passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside; front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed nearside and offside, and 2 more.

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