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Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 NTVMOT history

L90 NTV is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

L90 NTV green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
124,674 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 NTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 NTV was last recorded at 124,674 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 2,914 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,760 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,914 miles
Average per year
5,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,674 miles
  • 2024 – 121,760 miles
  • 2023 – 115,558 miles
  • 2022 – 110,850 miles
  • 2021 – 104,847 miles
  • 2020 – 92,690 miles
  • 2019 – 69,723 miles
  • 2018 – 69,649 miles
  • 2017 – 66,386 miles
  • 2015 – 48,218 miles
  • 2013 – 39,949 miles
  • 2012 – 31,819 miles
  • 2010 – 23,257 miles
  • 2007 – 19,276 miles
  • 2006 – 15,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,674 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,674 miles (+2,914)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    124,674 miles
    Test number
    657970343639
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,760 miles (+6,202)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    121,760 miles
    Test number
    283186006192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle slightly corroded

  3. Pass115,558 miles (+4,708)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    115,558 miles
    Test number
    155238524900
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion rear cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hockey stick bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Hockey stick bushes. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass110,850 miles (+6,003)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,850 miles
    Test number
    327962394197
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe limited view covered in other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,847 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,847 miles
    Test number
    697078419384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to caliper has surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed minor damage to webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front hockey stick bushes worn but not resulting in excess movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related perishing to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid pipe to caliper has surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pressure build up slow servo slow to build vacuum (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes worn but not resulting in excess movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail104,847 miles (+12,157)1 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,847 miles
    Test number
    207392529241
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel leak from filter head or associated components (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe to caliper has surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed minor damage to webbing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front hockey stick bushes worn but not resulting in excess movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age related perishing to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid pipe to caliper has surface corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pressure build up slow servo slow to build vacuum (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hockey stick bushes worn but not resulting in excess movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass92,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    92,690 miles
    Test number
    519161011959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail92,690 miles (+22,967)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,690 miles
    Test number
    541882634740
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment lock nut (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass69,723 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,723 miles
    Test number
    994071563941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,714 miles (+65)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,714 miles
    Test number
    577709855548
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to outer end of NSR crossmember
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass69,649 miles (+3,263)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    69,649 miles
    Test number
    843600764273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass66,386 miles (+182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,386 miles
    Test number
    806621353680
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail66,204 miles (+17,986)1 failure7 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,204 miles
    Test number
    954038558616
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass48,218 miles (+3,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,218 miles
    Test number
    659932620374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play front (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail44,313 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,313 miles
    Test number
    247345505072
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  16. Pass44,313 miles (+4,364)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,313 miles
    Test number
    649195905084
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn

  17. Pass39,949 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,949 miles
    Test number
    439911553381
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  18. Fail39,949 miles (+8,130)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,949 miles
    Test number
    575041053332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  19. Pass31,819 miles (+8,562)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    31,819 miles
    Test number
    977703302064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,257 miles (+3,981)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    23,257 miles
    Test number
    943062010014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,276 miles (+4,259)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,276 miles
    Test number
    240093607351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail15,017 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,017 miles
    Test number
    192247306378
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.6b)

  23. Pass15,017 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,017 miles
    Test number
    651217206358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail14,995 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,995 miles
    Test number
    594814506301
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about L90 NTV

Does L90 NTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 NTV is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 NTV?
The MOT on L90 NTV is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 NTV done?
L90 NTV was recorded at 124,674 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 5,710 miles a year.
Has L90 NTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 NTV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2021.
Has the mileage on L90 NTV 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 NTV find?
L90 NTV passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 11 more.

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