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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2004 · 2,495 cc

L90 OWNMOT history

L90 OWN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 149,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

L90 OWN 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 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,457 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 OWN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 OWN was last recorded at 149,457 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 50 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,407 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
50 miles
Average per year
4,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,457 miles
  • 2025 – 146,737 miles
  • 2024 – 144,738 miles
  • 2023 – 141,884 miles
  • 2022 – 138,048 miles
  • 2021 – 137,729 miles
  • 2020 – 137,455 miles
  • 2019 – 136,659 miles
  • 2018 – 134,991 miles
  • 2016 – 131,020 miles
  • 2015 – 129,246 miles
  • 2014 – 126,507 miles
  • 2013 – 117,063 miles
  • 2012 – 111,490 miles
  • 2011 – 99,980 miles
  • 2010 – 90,177 miles
  • 2009 – 78,318 miles
  • 2007 – 65,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,457 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,457 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,457 miles
    Test number
    293239294788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail149,407 miles (+2,670)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,407 miles
    Test number
    167216293799
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to contamination (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass146,737 miles (+1,999)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    146,737 miles
    Test number
    508879413748
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass144,738 miles (+2,854)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    144,738 miles
    Test number
    316348759367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass141,884 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    141,884 miles
    Test number
    286044661982

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass138,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,048 miles
    Test number
    748911231567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,048 miles (+135)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,048 miles
    Test number
    543150262259
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass137,913 miles (+184)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,913 miles
    Test number
    732413339308
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel hub - weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail137,729 miles (+274)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,729 miles
    Test number
    868298991611
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front swivel joint, slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear differential, slight oil leak

  10. Pass137,455 miles (+796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    137,455 miles
    Test number
    936886348025
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil and rear diff oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass136,659 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    136,659 miles
    Test number
    920630761992
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail136,659 miles (+1,668)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,659 miles
    Test number
    125591751071
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass134,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    134,991 miles
    Test number
    540601366850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,991 miles (+3,971)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,991 miles
    Test number
    763041269561
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  15. Pass131,020 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    131,020 miles
    Test number
    908290678298
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail131,020 miles (+842)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,020 miles
    Test number
    598423456440
    • Repaired at testRear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass130,178 miles (+932)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    130,178 miles
    Test number
    434791289164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,246 miles (+2,739)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    129,246 miles
    Test number
    938802515085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass126,507 miles (+9,444)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,507 miles
    Test number
    839918704085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass117,063 miles (+5,573)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    117,063 miles
    Test number
    506889903093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,490 miles (+11,510)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    111,490 miles
    Test number
    419771612037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass99,980 miles (+9,803)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    99,980 miles
    Test number
    879344701061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass90,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    90,177 miles
    Test number
    300324010050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail90,177 miles (+11,859)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,177 miles
    Test number
    432883710075
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

  25. Pass78,318 miles (+12,448)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    78,318 miles
    Test number
    452337409070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass65,870 miles (+12,127)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    65,870 miles
    Test number
    330683457326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    53,743 miles
    Test number
    784704707093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 OWN

Does L90 OWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 OWN is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 OWN?
The MOT on L90 OWN is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 OWN done?
L90 OWN was recorded at 149,457 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 4,955 miles a year.
Has L90 OWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 OWN has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 OWN 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 OWN find?
L90 OWN passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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