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Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,492 cc

L90 NPHMOT history

L90 NPH is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,483 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

L90 NPH black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
93,483 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,646 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 NPH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,492 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 NPH was last recorded at 93,483 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,447 miles · 18 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
3,646 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,483 miles
  • 2024 – 92,554 miles
  • 2023 – 91,227 miles
  • 2022 – 87,794 miles
  • 2021 – 85,936 miles
  • 2020 – 84,556 miles
  • 2019 – 82,192 miles
  • 2018 – 79,350 miles
  • 2017 – 77,128 miles
  • 2016 – 74,088 miles
  • 2015 – 71,060 miles
  • 2014 – 67,514 miles
  • 2013 – 63,135 miles
  • 2012 – 58,412 miles
  • 2011 – 53,482 miles
  • 2010 – 37,739 miles
  • 2009 – 35,253 miles
  • 2008 – 30,947 miles
  • 2007 – 25,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,483 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust deteriorated on centre and rear joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,483 miles (+36)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    93,483 miles
    Test number
    333366035048
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail93,447 miles (+893)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,447 miles
    Test number
    261646391860
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above anti roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,554 miles (+1,327)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    92,554 miles
    Test number
    655997842427
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated on centre and rear joint

  4. Pass91,227 miles (+1,944)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    91,227 miles
    Test number
    977569896802
    • MinorCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated on centre and rear joint
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp on centre

  5. Pass89,283 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    89,283 miles
    Test number
    660903568399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated on centre and rear joint

  6. Fail89,283 miles (+1,489)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,283 miles
    Test number
    428987506344
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated on centre and rear joint

  7. Pass87,794 miles (+1,858)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,794 miles
    Test number
    450282541568
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,936 miles
    Test number
    501045297186
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Towbar fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting under side of rear panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  9. Fail85,936 miles (+1,380)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,936 miles
    Test number
    628732581220
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Towbar fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting under side of rear panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  10. Pass84,556 miles (+2,364)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    84,556 miles
    Test number
    610410069272
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Towbar fractured not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting panel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  11. Pass82,192 miles (+2,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    82,192 miles
    Test number
    964373588425
    • AdvisoryRear panel lower

  12. Pass79,350 miles (+2,222)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,350 miles
    Test number
    126217898668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,128 miles (+3,040)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,128 miles
    Test number
    846269838947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,088 miles (+3,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    74,088 miles
    Test number
    568471772926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass71,060 miles (+3,546)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,060 miles
    Test number
    839621025020
    • NoteRear tyres starting to perished

  16. Pass67,514 miles (+4,379)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,514 miles
    Test number
    207786714035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,135 miles (+4,723)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    63,135 miles
    Test number
    295372303062
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass58,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    726655802014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail58,412 miles (+4,930)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    216405902072
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Fail53,482 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    117887601049
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAdvise: Both side steps corroded, Nearside front tyre split on side wall.

  21. Pass53,482 miles (+15,743)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,482 miles
    Test number
    189927501426
    • NoteAdvise: Both side steps corroded, Nearside front tyre split on side wall.

  22. Pass37,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    37,739 miles
    Test number
    134635420453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,739 miles (+2,486)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,739 miles
    Test number
    984005420039
    • Repaired at testNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass35,253 miles (+4,306)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,253 miles
    Test number
    552254719187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,947 miles (+5,513)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    30,947 miles
    Test number
    802004018155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,434 miles (+14)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,434 miles
    Test number
    504454717102
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyre sidewall

  27. Pass25,420 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,420 miles
    Test number
    543592197047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 NPH

Does L90 NPH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 NPH is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 NPH?
The MOT on L90 NPH is valid until 12 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 NPH done?
L90 NPH was recorded at 93,483 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 3,646 miles a year.
Has L90 NPH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 NPH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 NPH 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 NPH find?
L90 NPH passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect: central rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated.

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