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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L90 REPMOT history

L90 REP is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 6 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 198,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

L90 REP blue 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 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
198,187 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 REP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 REP was last recorded at 198,187 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 4,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Sept 2019: 176,511 miles, lower than 176,752 miles on 6 Jun 2019.

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
193,508 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,679 miles
Average per year
4,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,187 miles
  • 2024 – 193,508 miles
  • 2023 – 188,681 miles
  • 2022 – 184,783 miles
  • 2021 – 180,956 miles
  • 2020 – 177,694 miles
  • 2019 – 176,511 miles
  • 2018 – 167,978 miles
  • 2017 – 161,122 miles
  • 2016 – 156,757 miles
  • 2015 – 153,591 miles
  • 2014 – 151,887 miles
  • 2013 – 151,808 miles
  • 2012 – 149,941 miles
  • 2011 – 149,318 miles
  • 2010 – 147,580 miles
  • 2009 – 139,172 miles
  • 2008 – 130,214 miles
  • 2007 – 119,147 miles
  • 2005 – 104,591 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,187 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,187 miles (+4,679)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    198,187 miles
    Test number
    328412899648
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass193,508 miles (+4,827)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    193,508 miles
    Test number
    890782422574
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass188,681 miles (+3,898)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    188,681 miles
    Test number
    670902377616
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront steering shock absorber slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass184,783 miles (+3,827)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    184,783 miles
    Test number
    410618728580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass180,956 miles (+3,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    180,956 miles
    Test number
    367685993101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass177,694 miles (+1,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    177,694 miles
    Test number
    699988919879
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass176,511 miles (-241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    176,511 miles
    Test number
    372517451793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (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))

  8. Fail176,752 miles (+8,774)4 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,752 miles
    Test number
    525443534124
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has a fracture which is likely to adversely affect braking or steering (6.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate insecure but not likely to fall off in front window (0.1 (a))

  9. Pass167,978 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    167,978 miles
    Test number
    241154127722
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail167,978 miles (+6,856)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,978 miles
    Test number
    951141848708
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass161,122 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    161,122 miles
    Test number
    128574515914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail161,115 miles (+4,358)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,115 miles
    Test number
    171642667886
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner chassis leg (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass156,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    156,757 miles
    Test number
    463476316532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail156,757 miles (+3,166)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,757 miles
    Test number
    697647563353
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass153,591 miles (+33)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    153,591 miles
    Test number
    459450215120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion over chassis and various chassis members

  16. Fail153,558 miles (+1,671)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,558 miles
    Test number
    865416925026
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  17. Pass151,887 miles (+79)10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    151,887 miles
    Test number
    557016904029
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired not seriously affecting its strength with 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHas been underseald

  18. Fail151,808 miles (+1,867)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,808 miles
    Test number
    998444343325
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHas been underseald

  19. Pass149,941 miles (+32)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    149,941 miles
    Test number
    996163952392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHas been underseald

  20. Fail149,909 miles (+591)8 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,909 miles
    Test number
    978165232269
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteAir box not secured
    • NoteJust been undersealed

  21. Pass149,318 miles (+1,738)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    149,318 miles
    Test number
    297842781468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass147,580 miles (+8,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    147,580 miles
    Test number
    882793980040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass139,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    139,172 miles
    Test number
    124572249026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail139,172 miles (+8,958)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,172 miles
    Test number
    431081849071
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass130,214 miles (+11,067)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    130,214 miles
    Test number
    841360648039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass119,147 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    119,147 miles
    Test number
    330043037001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail118,992 miles (+14,401)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,992 miles
    Test number
    922163727098
    • FailureCentre Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  28. Pass104,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    104,591 miles
    Test number
    984143765351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail104,591 miles1 dangerous7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,591 miles
    Test number
    300096455303
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Questions about L90 REP

Does L90 REP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 REP is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 REP?
The MOT on L90 REP is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 REP done?
L90 REP was recorded at 198,187 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 4,644 miles a year.
Has L90 REP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 REP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on L90 REP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Sept 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 REP find?
L90 REP passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; steering box has seepage; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all.

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