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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L90 PURMOT history

L90 PUR is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 175,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L90 PUR blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
175,776 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 PUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
30 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 PUR was last recorded at 175,776 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jun 2009: 124,484 miles, lower than 167,442 miles on 7 Mar 2009.

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
174,974 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
802 miles
Average per year
2,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,776 miles
  • 2025 – 174,974 miles
  • 2024 – 173,430 miles
  • 2023 – 172,692 miles
  • 2022 – 171,629 miles
  • 2021 – 170,263 miles
  • 2020 – 164,542 miles
  • 2019 – 161,630 miles
  • 2018 – 155,377 miles
  • 2016 – 152,825 miles
  • 2015 – 145,763 miles
  • 2014 – 139,557 miles
  • 2013 – 134,712 miles
  • 2012 – 131,246 miles
  • 2011 – 129,827 miles
  • 2010 – 127,535 miles
  • 2009 – 124,484 miles
  • 2008 – 153,501 miles
  • 2007 – 138,016 miles
  • 2006 – 124,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,776 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,776 miles (+802)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    175,776 miles
    Test number
    980858510875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass174,974 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    174,974 miles
    Test number
    484488096414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail174,966 miles (+1,536)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,966 miles
    Test number
    937766386719
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

  4. Pass173,430 miles (+738)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    173,430 miles
    Test number
    587569466622
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass172,692 miles (+1,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    172,692 miles
    Test number
    389156377542
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to underside

  6. Pass171,629 miles (+1,366)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    171,629 miles
    Test number
    898265987527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  7. Pass170,263 miles (+5,721)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    170,263 miles
    Test number
    965569774080
    • AdvisoryHeavily under-sealed in places.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass164,542 miles (+1,070)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    164,542 miles
    Test number
    874715312118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass163,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    163,472 miles
    Test number
    238724053691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail163,472 miles (+1,842)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,472 miles
    Test number
    836898793856
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass161,630 miles (+6,253)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    161,630 miles
    Test number
    408321020004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass155,377 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    155,377 miles
    Test number
    998153927317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass152,825 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    152,825 miles
    Test number
    709429617379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops
    • AdvisoryServo slow

  14. Fail152,825 miles (+7,062)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,825 miles
    Test number
    357749833908
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops
    • AdvisoryServo slow

  15. Pass145,763 miles (+88)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    145,763 miles
    Test number
    227880285152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside & offside swivel joint are leaking
    • NoteSteering box has oil leak

  16. Fail145,675 miles (+6,118)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,675 miles
    Test number
    718234865190
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)
    • FailureSteering column flexible coupling has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteNearside & offside swival joints are leaking

  17. Pass139,557 miles (+4,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    139,557 miles
    Test number
    206557954478
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass134,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    134,712 miles
    Test number
    759998463178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail134,712 miles (+3,466)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,712 miles
    Test number
    657085063156
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass131,246 miles (+15)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    131,246 miles
    Test number
    378608662196
    • NoteBoth front swivel hub seals leaking
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Fail131,231 miles (+1,404)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,231 miles
    Test number
    856200162189
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureSteering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • NoteBoth front swivel hub seals leaking
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass129,827 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    129,827 miles
    Test number
    378245561173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass127,535 miles (+3,051)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    127,535 miles
    Test number
    380243550143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass124,484 miles (-42,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    124,484 miles
    Test number
    133729069110
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering damper slight oil seepage (2.2.C.1f)

  25. Pass167,442 miles (+13,941)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    167,442 miles
    Test number
    402576769095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass153,501 miles (+15,485)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    153,501 miles
    Test number
    744968958042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  27. Pass138,016 miles (+13,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    138,016 miles
    Test number
    863343007068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  28. Pass124,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    124,697 miles
    Test number
    351967406067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 PUR

Does L90 PUR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 PUR is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 PUR?
The MOT on L90 PUR is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 PUR done?
L90 PUR was recorded at 175,776 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 2,464 miles a year.
Has L90 PUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 PUR has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 PUR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 PUR find?
L90 PUR passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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