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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

L90 ORKMOT history

L90 ORK is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 208,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

L90 ORK 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 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
208,486 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 ORK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 ORK was last recorded at 208,486 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Sept 2011: 130,749 miles, lower than 130,768 miles on 26 Sept 2011.
  • 8 Sept 2015: 148,996 miles, lower than 155,893 miles on 10 Oct 2014.
  • 12 Sept 2017: 169,128 miles, lower than 169,172 miles on 11 Sept 2017.

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
208,484 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,486 miles
  • 2025 – 205,589 miles
  • 2023 – 201,439 miles
  • 2022 – 196,220 miles
  • 2021 – 193,949 miles
  • 2020 – 189,388 miles
  • 2019 – 177,422 miles
  • 2018 – 169,129 miles
  • 2017 – 169,128 miles
  • 2016 – 168,026 miles
  • 2015 – 148,996 miles
  • 2014 – 155,893 miles
  • 2013 – 148,299 miles
  • 2012 – 140,455 miles
  • 2011 – 130,749 miles
  • 2010 – 123,833 miles
  • 2009 – 117,573 miles
  • 2008 – 110,543 miles
  • 2007 – 102,942 miles
  • 2006 – 92,198 miles
  • 2005 – 82,360 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,486 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive H (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Offside front inner hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

35 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,486 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    208,486 miles
    Test number
    223266283611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive H (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Offside front inner hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail208,484 miles (+21)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,484 miles
    Test number
    367733747397
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working Switch faulty (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive H (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Offside front inner hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail208,463 miles (+2,874)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,463 miles
    Test number
    738816371383
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass205,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    205,589 miles
    Test number
    898982015426
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail205,589 miles (+4,150)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,589 miles
    Test number
    734737631508
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass201,439 miles (+5,219)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    201,439 miles
    Test number
    715521506389
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass196,220 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    196,220 miles
    Test number
    770450275683
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose and to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail196,220 miles (+2,271)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,220 miles
    Test number
    141034412356
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose,and to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass193,949 miles (+143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    193,949 miles
    Test number
    313730483402
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail193,806 miles (+4,418)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,806 miles
    Test number
    543873747840
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass189,388 miles (+11,966)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    189,388 miles
    Test number
    765558800039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass177,422 miles (+8,293)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    177,422 miles
    Test number
    720937142847
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light in/op

  13. Pass169,129 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    169,129 miles
    Test number
    545752270502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside chassis outrigger corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail169,129 miles (+1)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,129 miles
    Test number
    222107473840
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside chassis outrigger corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass169,128 miles (-44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    169,128 miles
    Test number
    893697473891
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor

  16. Fail169,172 miles (+1,146)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,172 miles
    Test number
    449854952655
    • 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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor

  17. Pass168,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    168,026 miles
    Test number
    188480181353
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion N/S rear out rigger

  18. Fail168,026 miles (+19,030)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,026 miles
    Test number
    342109495788
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear number plate poor
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion N/S rear out rigger

  19. Pass148,996 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    148,996 miles
    Test number
    179246180512
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail148,996 miles (-6,897)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,996 miles
    Test number
    215040190769
    • FailureCentre Additional braking device leaking exhaust gasses (3.6.I.6)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass155,893 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    155,893 miles
    Test number
    416893984282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail155,893 miles (+7,594)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,893 miles
    Test number
    777873884221
    • FailureBall joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass148,299 miles (+38)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    148,299 miles
    Test number
    357697473496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail148,261 miles (+7,806)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,261 miles
    Test number
    239415273268
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass140,455 miles (+72)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    140,455 miles
    Test number
    175503782268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip slightly worn

  26. Fail140,383 miles (+9,634)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,383 miles
    Test number
    827959472298
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip slightly worn

  27. Pass130,749 miles (-19)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    130,749 miles
    Test number
    796003871278
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear chassi corroded

  28. Fail130,768 miles (+6,935)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,768 miles
    Test number
    677289561247
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear chassi corroded

  29. Pass123,833 miles (+6,260)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    123,833 miles
    Test number
    803689380216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass117,573 miles (+7,030)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    117,573 miles
    Test number
    394189189222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass110,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    110,543 miles
    Test number
    401706078252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail110,543 miles (+7,601)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,543 miles
    Test number
    934754978271
    • FailureCentre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCover missing from o/s/f seatbelt

  33. Pass102,942 miles (+10,744)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    102,942 miles
    Test number
    593172987258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass92,198 miles (+9,838)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    92,198 miles
    Test number
    920258876261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass82,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    82,360 miles
    Test number
    470601995201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 ORK

Does L90 ORK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 ORK is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 ORK?
The MOT on L90 ORK is valid until 19 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 ORK done?
L90 ORK was recorded at 208,486 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 6,078 miles a year.
Has L90 ORK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 ORK has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 ORK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 30 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 ORK find?
L90 ORK passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front oil leak, but not excessive h, and 4 more.

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