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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 RLWMOT history

L90 RLW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 98,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L90 RLW 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 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
98,276 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,023 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

L90 RLW was last recorded at 98,276 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jun 2010: 60,963 miles, lower than 556,376 miles on 22 May 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
97,275 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,001 miles
Average per year
3,023 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,276 miles
  • 2025 – 97,275 miles
  • 2024 – 95,684 miles
  • 2023 – 94,906 miles
  • 2022 – 94,475 miles
  • 2021 – 94,329 miles
  • 2019 – 92,782 miles
  • 2018 – 91,385 miles
  • 2017 – 88,341 miles
  • 2016 – 85,295 miles
  • 2015 – 81,186 miles
  • 2014 – 77,871 miles
  • 2013 – 75,220 miles
  • 2012 – 71,796 miles
  • 2011 – 69,273 miles
  • 2010 – 60,963 miles
  • 2009 – 556,376 miles
  • 2008 – 47,989 miles
  • 2007 – 45,459 miles
  • 2006 – 39,351 miles
  • 2005 – 34,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,276 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

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 Direction indicator not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 6 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,276 miles (+1,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    98,276 miles
    Test number
    394539038226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  2. Pass97,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    97,275 miles
    Test number
    877030996786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail97,275 miles (+4)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,275 miles
    Test number
    414445387077
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring mount, behind spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail97,271 miles (+1,587)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,271 miles
    Test number
    832675151028
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Not reflective (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Behind coil spring (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass95,684 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    95,684 miles
    Test number
    319290935788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail95,683 miles (+777)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,683 miles
    Test number
    527415099473
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop arm ball joint boot (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass94,906 miles (+14)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,906 miles
    Test number
    131601649395
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail94,892 miles (+417)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,892 miles
    Test number
    625620061282
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt stering box arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass94,475 miles (+16)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    94,475 miles
    Test number
    888835819932
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail94,459 miles (+130)2 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,459 miles
    Test number
    478499383029
    • DangerousNearside Front Axle swivel joint insecure in a stub axle (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear track arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel pipe insecure fuel filter housing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All colil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel join seal leak/joint slightly worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,329 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,329 miles
    Test number
    160401318686
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak from n/s/f and o/s/f axle
    • AdvisoryVery corroded

  12. Fail94,329 miles (+1,547)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,329 miles
    Test number
    321943587653
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak from n/s/f and o/s/f axle
    • AdvisoryVery corroded

  13. Pass92,782 miles (+17)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    92,782 miles
    Test number
    714018892187
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear drag arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive axel swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive axel swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly corroded

  14. Fail92,765 miles (+1,380)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,765 miles
    Test number
    371566880022
    • MajorFront Seat belt buckle missing middle (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced near tow bar mounting offside rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rear drag arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive axel swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fluid leak, but not excessive axel swivel joint (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs slightly corroded

  15. Pass91,385 miles (+3,044)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    327021011986
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis rusty

  16. Pass88,341 miles (+3,046)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    88,341 miles
    Test number
    825758310379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  17. Pass85,295 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    785916566935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  18. Fail85,295 miles (+4,109)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,295 miles
    Test number
    688929123633
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Pass81,186 miles (+3,315)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,186 miles
    Test number
    346466155192
    • NoteRear tyres and offside front tyre have small cracks in sidewalls

  20. Fail77,871 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,871 miles
    Test number
    187317954179
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteRear cross member welded

  21. Pass77,871 miles (+2,651)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,871 miles
    Test number
    209187754135
    • NoteRear cross member welded

  22. Pass75,220 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,220 miles
    Test number
    889301373190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,796 miles (+2,523)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,796 miles
    Test number
    299126842436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,273 miles (+8,310)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,273 miles
    Test number
    339944151179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,963 miles (-495,413)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,963 miles
    Test number
    964392750106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass556,376 miles (+508,387)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    556,376 miles
    Test number
    831392949149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,989 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    47,989 miles
    Test number
    101573228186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    45,459 miles
    Test number
    474707157163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail45,427 miles (+6,076)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,427 miles
    Test number
    740937257132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  30. Pass39,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,351 miles
    Test number
    332450166174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail39,351 miles (+4,427)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,351 miles
    Test number
    751820666197
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  32. Pass34,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    34,924 miles
    Test number
    422107055107
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L90 RLW

Does L90 RLW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 RLW is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 RLW?
The MOT on L90 RLW is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 RLW done?
L90 RLW was recorded at 98,276 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,023 miles a year.
Has L90 RLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 RLW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 RLW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 RLW find?
L90 RLW passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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