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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L90 PHMMOT history

L90 PHM is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 230,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

L90 PHM 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 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
230,606 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 PHM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 PHM was last recorded at 230,606 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 2,047 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,559 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,047 miles
Average per year
4,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 230,606 miles
  • 2025 – 228,559 miles
  • 2024 – 226,545 miles
  • 2023 – 223,963 miles
  • 2022 – 220,239 miles
  • 2021 – 216,216 miles
  • 2020 – 212,179 miles
  • 2019 – 206,695 miles
  • 2018 – 200,460 miles
  • 2017 – 196,101 miles
  • 2016 – 191,708 miles
  • 2015 – 186,079 miles
  • 2014 – 179,663 miles
  • 2013 – 171,248 miles
  • 2012 – 163,315 miles
  • 2011 – 156,172 miles
  • 2010 – 154,668 miles
  • 2009 – 152,795 miles
  • 2008 – 150,273 miles
  • 2007 – 146,764 miles
  • 2006 – 141,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass230,606 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside washer jet weak in operation
  • AdvisoryFront axle stabiliser bushes worn

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.

  • Rear x member area in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass230,606 miles (+2,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    230,606 miles
    Test number
    820048198422
    • AdvisoryOffside washer jet weak in operation
    • AdvisoryFront axle stabiliser bushes worn
  2. Pass228,559 miles (+2,014)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    228,559 miles
    Test number
    225123997523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass226,545 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    226,545 miles
    Test number
    111597592697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail226,481 miles (+2,518)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,481 miles
    Test number
    589594110671
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  5. Pass223,963 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    223,963 miles
    Test number
    453362100671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass220,239 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    220,239 miles
    Test number
    656693718106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail220,233 miles (+4,017)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,233 miles
    Test number
    349740778063
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass216,216 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    216,216 miles
    Test number
    750029392113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass212,179 miles (+132)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    212,179 miles
    Test number
    771483418656
    • AdvisoryRear x member area in poor condition
  10. Fail212,047 miles (+5,352)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,047 miles
    Test number
    964938610978
    • DangerousSteering box has excessive movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear x member area in poor condition
  11. Pass206,695 miles (+6,235)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    206,695 miles
    Test number
    609356217043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass200,460 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    200,460 miles
    Test number
    678461733100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass196,101 miles (+4,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    196,101 miles
    Test number
    726868347557
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking
  14. Pass191,708 miles (+5,629)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    191,708 miles
    Test number
    298897816176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass186,079 miles (+6,416)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    186,079 miles
    Test number
    515401038113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass179,663 miles (+115)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    179,663 miles
    Test number
    375721934494
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall perished
  17. Fail179,548 miles (+8,300)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,548 miles
    Test number
    379517524218
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside 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 Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureTorque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall perished
  18. Pass171,248 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    171,248 miles
    Test number
    125151833290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass163,315 miles (+7,143)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    163,315 miles
    Test number
    196538222237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass156,172 miles (+1,504)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    156,172 miles
    Test number
    377613241224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass154,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    154,668 miles
    Test number
    352730750233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail154,668 miles (+1,873)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,668 miles
    Test number
    504763240296
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
  23. Pass152,795 miles (+2,522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    152,795 miles
    Test number
    420126849275
    • NoteWiper ends split
  24. Pass150,273 miles (+3,509)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    150,273 miles
    Test number
    802975738249
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteSign of corrosion at rear both sides.
  25. Pass146,764 miles (+5,606)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    146,764 miles
    Test number
    153963967227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass141,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    141,158 miles
    Test number
    912302676259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 PHM

Does L90 PHM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 PHM is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 PHM?
The MOT on L90 PHM is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 PHM done?
L90 PHM was recorded at 230,606 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 4,490 miles a year.
Has L90 PHM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 PHM has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 PHM 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 PHM find?
L90 PHM passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: offside washer jet weak in operation; front axle stabiliser bushes worn.

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