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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 OCSMOT history

L90 OCS is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2025.

L90 OCS blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2026
Mileage
112,320 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 OCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 OCS was last recorded at 112,320 miles on 27 Sept 2025, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Sept 2022: 112,612 miles, lower than 130,707 miles on 13 Jan 2021.
  • 14 Aug 2024: 112,246 miles, lower than 112,612 miles on 17 Sept 2022.

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
112,246 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
2,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,320 miles
  • 2024 – 112,246 miles
  • 2022 – 112,612 miles
  • 2021 – 130,707 miles
  • 2020 – 129,360 miles
  • 2019 – 128,375 miles
  • 2017 – 127,245 miles
  • 2016 – 126,179 miles
  • 2015 – 124,374 miles
  • 2014 – 122,317 miles
  • 2013 – 112,087 miles
  • 2012 – 109,936 miles
  • 2011 – 103,389 miles
  • 2010 – 93,609 miles
  • 2009 – 83,268 miles
  • 2008 – 74,166 miles
  • 2007 – 66,258 miles
  • 2006 – 57,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,320 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Tyres marked competition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass112,320 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    112,320 miles
    Test number
    477278981690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,246 miles (-366)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    112,246 miles
    Test number
    176892100916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,612 miles (-18,095)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    112,612 miles
    Test number
    412554300688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass130,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    130,707 miles
    Test number
    610353070614
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail130,707 miles (+1,347)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,707 miles
    Test number
    214448596726
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,360 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,360 miles
    Test number
    714326746521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,375 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    128,375 miles
    Test number
    582143748967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Fail128,372 miles (+1,127)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,372 miles
    Test number
    901231966216
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front hockey stick bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass127,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,245 miles
    Test number
    825216871170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read16 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    355712877061
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure battery too winch (1.9.2a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings sttering arm off steering box (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTorque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass126,179 miles (+1,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    126,179 miles
    Test number
    688431186281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass124,374 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    124,374 miles
    Test number
    251485704486
    • AdvisoryTyres marked competition

  13. Fail124,371 miles (+2,054)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,371 miles
    Test number
    226046326768
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryTyres marked competition

  14. Pass122,317 miles (+1,583)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    122,317 miles
    Test number
    156493964276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass120,734 miles (+8,647)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    120,734 miles
    Test number
    548777014012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,087 miles (+2,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    112,087 miles
    Test number
    746310413076
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass109,936 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    109,936 miles
    Test number
    786721462016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass103,389 miles (+9,780)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    103,389 miles
    Test number
    296367961047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass93,609 miles (+10,341)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,609 miles
    Test number
    491534350084
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass83,268 miles (+9,102)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    83,268 miles
    Test number
    433043569065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    74,166 miles
    Test number
    104078758455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,166 miles (+7,908)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,166 miles
    Test number
    240368458033
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass66,258 miles (+8,505)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    66,258 miles
    Test number
    953850867032
    • NoteNo.2 injector wet

  24. Pass57,753 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    57,753 miles
    Test number
    221133646482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  25. Fail57,753 miles6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,753 miles
    Test number
    294443846497
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureTie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about L90 OCS

Does L90 OCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 OCS expired on 26 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 OCS?
The MOT on L90 OCS expired on 26 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 OCS done?
L90 OCS was recorded at 112,320 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2025, an average of 2,820 miles a year.
Has L90 OCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 OCS has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on L90 OCS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Sept 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 OCS find?
L90 OCS passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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