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Green · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 OMJMOT history

L90 OMJ is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 159,944 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

L90 OMJ 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 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,944 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 OMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 OMJ was last recorded at 159,944 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,927 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
4,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,944 miles
  • 2025 – 157,989 miles
  • 2024 – 148,838 miles
  • 2022 – 145,004 miles
  • 2021 – 142,864 miles
  • 2020 – 139,214 miles
  • 2019 – 130,221 miles
  • 2018 – 128,533 miles
  • 2017 – 125,981 miles
  • 2016 – 123,698 miles
  • 2015 – 121,825 miles
  • 2014 – 118,540 miles
  • 2013 – 118,135 miles
  • 2012 – 111,641 miles
  • 2011 – 103,749 miles
  • 2010 – 96,811 miles
  • 2009 – 90,309 miles
  • 2008 – 82,223 miles
  • 2007 – 74,685 miles
  • 2006 – 60,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,944 miles
  • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,944 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,944 miles
    Test number
    832818536558
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail159,927 miles (+1,938)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,927 miles
    Test number
    494592635472
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.98 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,989 miles (+9,151)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    157,989 miles
    Test number
    294968648217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,838 miles (+3,834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    148,838 miles
    Test number
    408651621405
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,004 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    145,004 miles
    Test number
    598210723452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass142,864 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    142,864 miles
    Test number
    312365969033
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  7. Fail142,863 miles (+3,649)2 dangerous10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,863 miles
    Test number
    885653904132
    • DangerousFront Prop shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail Front prop rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe rear union (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn Rear prop rear UJ (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) Drop arm loose/excessively worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass139,214 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    139,214 miles
    Test number
    486672869385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail139,212 miles (+8,991)1 dangerous10 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,212 miles
    Test number
    390352997612
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering box fitted) drop arm loose (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDrag link end seriously misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass130,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    130,221 miles
    Test number
    814332513660
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail130,217 miles (+1,684)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,217 miles
    Test number
    295726950245
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass128,533 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    128,533 miles
    Test number
    195087758365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail128,484 miles (+2,503)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,484 miles
    Test number
    179991550400
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  14. Pass125,981 miles (+2,283)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    125,981 miles
    Test number
    355983328220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass123,698 miles (+1,873)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    123,698 miles
    Test number
    197396671058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass121,825 miles (+3,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    121,825 miles
    Test number
    156666435035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass118,540 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    118,540 miles
    Test number
    605951844082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass118,135 miles (+6,494)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    118,135 miles
    Test number
    296942303477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside step loose

  19. Pass111,641 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    111,641 miles
    Test number
    525811412180
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteO/s side step insecure

  20. Fail111,641 miles (+7,892)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,641 miles
    Test number
    275920512452
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteO/s side step insecure

  21. Pass103,749 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    103,749 miles
    Test number
    815632201112
    • NoteN/s front tyre outer wall perishing and tread getting thin

  22. Fail103,749 miles (+6,938)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,749 miles
    Test number
    436642101120
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre outer wall perishing and tread getting thin

  23. Pass96,811 miles (+6,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    96,811 miles
    Test number
    563267510197
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass90,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    90,309 miles
    Test number
    900468719150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail90,309 miles (+8,086)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,309 miles
    Test number
    473628419134
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass82,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    82,223 miles
    Test number
    241931628491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail82,223 miles (+7,538)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,223 miles
    Test number
    302160928102
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass74,685 miles (+14,225)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,685 miles
    Test number
    492761127157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass60,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    60,460 miles
    Test number
    213546006012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 OMJ

Does L90 OMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 OMJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 OMJ?
The MOT on L90 OMJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 OMJ done?
L90 OMJ was recorded at 159,944 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 4,839 miles a year.
Has L90 OMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 OMJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 OMJ 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 OMJ find?
L90 OMJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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