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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L90 NOBMOT history

L90 NOB is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 33 MOT tests, with 157,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

L90 NOB silver 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 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
157,626 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
17 passed · 16 failed
Per year
4,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 NOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
30 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 NOB was last recorded at 157,626 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 142,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Nov 2024: 15,452 miles, lower than 154,527 miles on 15 Nov 2024.

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
15,452 miles · 23 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
142,174 miles
Average per year
4,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,626 miles
  • 2024 – 15,452 miles
  • 2023 – 150,091 miles
  • 2022 – 145,593 miles
  • 2021 – 140,608 miles
  • 2020 – 134,449 miles
  • 2019 – 127,276 miles
  • 2018 – 122,547 miles
  • 2017 – 116,372 miles
  • 2016 – 109,572 miles
  • 2015 – 102,855 miles
  • 2014 – 97,873 miles
  • 2013 – 93,280 miles
  • 2012 – 87,715 miles
  • 2011 – 83,687 miles
  • 2010 – 82,220 miles
  • 2009 – 78,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,626 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Oil leaking excessively from engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Transfer/gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle trailing arm anchor bushes perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 7 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,626 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    157,626 miles
    Test number
    301740812545
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail157,626 miles (+142,174)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,626 miles
    Test number
    464602051444
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass15,452 miles (-139,075)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    15,452 miles
    Test number
    293877663270
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine block (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail154,527 miles (+4,436)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,527 miles
    Test number
    309190823061
    • DangerousNearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Has lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass150,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    150,091 miles
    Test number
    720420679979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail150,091 miles (+4,498)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,091 miles
    Test number
    511305639012
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass145,593 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    145,593 miles
    Test number
    833018902671
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer/gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle trailing arm anchor bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail145,593 miles (+4,985)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,593 miles
    Test number
    722519790363
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively restricted travel (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transfer/gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear axle trailing arm anchor bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThe soundproof carpet is insecure, obstructing the control pedals.

  9. Pass140,608 miles (+78)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    140,608 miles
    Test number
    390765040941
    • 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))

  10. Fail140,530 miles (+6,081)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,530 miles
    Test number
    861856481355
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorDrag 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass134,449 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    134,449 miles
    Test number
    342058460309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From pump area (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Near to steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail134,448 miles (+7,172)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,448 miles
    Test number
    669798601848
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam Faulty switch (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced Wing (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON WEAR LIMIT 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage All pipes under reservoir (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint Box bottom seal (2.1.5 (a))

  13. Pass127,276 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,276 miles
    Test number
    412963923317
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame to diff case (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  14. Fail127,276 miles (+4,729)4 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,276 miles
    Test number
    228430272022
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper not working Wiper arm loose (3.4 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated A frame to diff case (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  15. Pass122,547 miles (+6,175)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,547 miles
    Test number
    631433734189
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Cracking slighty (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Deteriorated (2.7.4)

  16. Pass116,372 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,372 miles
    Test number
    541672710452
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  17. Fail116,372 miles (+6,800)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,372 miles
    Test number
    546871448838
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing Damage caused by door lock catch (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  18. Pass109,572 miles (+6,717)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    109,572 miles
    Test number
    832607030384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass102,855 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    102,855 miles
    Test number
    569642135180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail102,629 miles (+4,756)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,629 miles
    Test number
    208750815149
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass97,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,873 miles
    Test number
    536661224173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,873 miles (+4,593)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,873 miles
    Test number
    668829514108
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass93,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,280 miles
    Test number
    235177613140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail93,280 miles (+5,565)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,280 miles
    Test number
    805097813133
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass87,715 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    87,715 miles
    Test number
    655832822142
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  26. Fail87,715 miles (+4,028)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,715 miles
    Test number
    437965712127
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  27. Pass83,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    219046821146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  28. Fail83,687 miles (+133)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,687 miles
    Test number
    398934421117
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  29. Fail83,554 miles (+1,334)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,554 miles
    Test number
    337096701181
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureStop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • NoteAll four discs scored and pitted

  30. Pass82,220 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,220 miles
    Test number
    661636510187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail82,217 miles (+3,601)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,217 miles
    Test number
    101494110117
    • FailureFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

  32. Pass78,616 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,616 miles
    Test number
    111148799430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail78,610 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,610 miles
    Test number
    492357199058
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Questions about L90 NOB

Does L90 NOB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 NOB is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 NOB?
The MOT on L90 NOB is valid until 16 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 NOB done?
L90 NOB was recorded at 157,626 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 4,733 miles a year.
Has L90 NOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 NOB has failed 16 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 NOB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Nov 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 NOB find?
L90 NOB passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive engine bay; nearside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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