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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1993 · 2,495 cc

L90 RWTMOT history

L90 RWT is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 5 Nov 1993. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 208,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

L90 RWT red 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 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
208,185 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 RWT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
5 Nov 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 RWT was last recorded at 208,185 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,992 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,193 miles
Average per year
2,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 208,185 miles
  • 2025 – 206,992 miles
  • 2024 – 206,328 miles
  • 2023 – 205,154 miles
  • 2022 – 204,207 miles
  • 2021 – 202,742 miles
  • 2020 – 200,398 miles
  • 2018 – 198,186 miles
  • 2017 – 194,240 miles
  • 2015 – 191,903 miles
  • 2014 – 189,254 miles
  • 2013 – 186,194 miles
  • 2012 – 183,457 miles
  • 2011 – 175,738 miles
  • 2009 – 170,712 miles
  • 2008 – 167,720 miles
  • 2007 – 163,640 miles
  • 2006 – 159,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass208,185 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass208,185 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    208,185 miles
    Test number
    639038631210
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail208,185 miles (+1,193)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,185 miles
    Test number
    142002348367
    • DangerousSteering box drop arm likely to become detached (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass206,992 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    206,992 miles
    Test number
    493481872059
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail206,992 miles (+664)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,992 miles
    Test number
    591869825528
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass206,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    206,328 miles
    Test number
    808476819933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail206,328 miles (+1,174)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,328 miles
    Test number
    932047701641
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass205,154 miles (+947)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    205,154 miles
    Test number
    900602203215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive SWIVEL HUBS. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass204,207 miles (+5)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    204,207 miles
    Test number
    473888105488
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Hub seal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail204,202 miles (+1,460)8 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,202 miles
    Test number
    398843179930
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure Bulb holder broken (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock and suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Shock and suspension arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Hub has slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Hub has slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass202,742 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    202,742 miles
    Test number
    239933941285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail202,742 miles (+2,344)1 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,742 miles
    Test number
    916004151087
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass200,398 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    200,398 miles
    Test number
    939148303734
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Fail200,398 miles (+2,212)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,398 miles
    Test number
    677606206057
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  14. Pass198,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    198,186 miles
    Test number
    513148551605
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Fail198,186 miles (+1,825)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,186 miles
    Test number
    111354904507
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))

  16. Pass196,361 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    196,361 miles
    Test number
    469965919275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear AXLE SEAL SLIGHT OIL LEAK .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Fail196,361 miles (+2,121)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,361 miles
    Test number
    611720984019
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear AXLE SEAL SLIGHT OIL LEAK .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  18. Pass194,240 miles (+2,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    194,240 miles
    Test number
    958726475704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass191,903 miles (+2,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    191,903 miles
    Test number
    847372289712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Slight mist of oil around nearside rear axle bearing.

  20. Pass189,254 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    189,254 miles
    Test number
    825509024344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass186,194 miles (+2,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    186,194 miles
    Test number
    218133743341
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  22. Pass183,457 miles (+5,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    183,457 miles
    Test number
    438372352379
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass177,886 miles (+2,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    177,886 miles
    Test number
    836921452077
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass175,738 miles (+5,026)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    175,738 miles
    Test number
    766807021058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass170,712 miles (+2,992)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    170,712 miles
    Test number
    574364209242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass167,720 miles (+4,080)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    167,720 miles
    Test number
    241954918197
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear chassis cross member slightly corroded.

  27. Pass163,640 miles (+3,670)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    163,640 miles
    Test number
    531180127158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass159,970 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    159,970 miles
    Test number
    892018806147
    • NoteO/s front swivel seal leaking.

Questions about L90 RWT

Does L90 RWT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 RWT is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 RWT?
The MOT on L90 RWT is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 RWT done?
L90 RWT was recorded at 208,185 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 2,373 miles a year.
Has L90 RWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 RWT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 RWT 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 RWT find?
L90 RWT passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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