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Land Rover Defender

Green · Petrol · 1993 · 3,528 cc

L90 SEAMOT history

L90 SEA is a green petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 8 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 91,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

L90 SEA 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 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
91,814 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
2,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,528 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
8 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SEA was last recorded at 91,814 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,446 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
368 miles
Average per year
2,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,814 miles
  • 2025 – 91,446 miles
  • 2024 – 90,973 miles
  • 2023 – 90,358 miles
  • 2022 – 89,164 miles
  • 2021 – 87,614 miles
  • 2020 – 87,496 miles
  • 2019 – 85,862 miles
  • 2018 – 83,484 miles
  • 2017 – 80,305 miles
  • 2016 – 76,834 miles
  • 2015 – 71,349 miles
  • 2014 – 64,311 miles
  • 2013 – 58,622 miles
  • 2012 – 54,827 miles
  • 2011 – 53,422 miles
  • 2010 – 51,783 miles
  • 2009 – 49,366 miles
  • 2008 – 47,252 miles
  • 2006 – 45,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,814 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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 Seat belt buckle slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

36 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,814 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    938564690301
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail91,814 miles (+368)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,814 miles
    Test number
    247118875641
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass91,446 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,446 miles
    Test number
    770845124172
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail91,446 miles (+473)4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,446 miles
    Test number
    669241051970
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass90,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,973 miles
    Test number
    394499750907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail90,973 miles (+615)11 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,973 miles
    Test number
    282242055879
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp lens seriously defective lens missing (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass90,358 miles (+1,194)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    264082635183
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear u/j (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  8. Pass89,164 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    89,164 miles
    Test number
    985299513104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    87,614 miles
    Test number
    522179970286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,614 miles (+118)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,614 miles
    Test number
    227312592991
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail87,496 miles (+1,634)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,496 miles
    Test number
    980388515625
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass85,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,862 miles
    Test number
    262307696577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail85,862 miles (+2,378)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,862 miles
    Test number
    472127890590
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

  14. Pass83,484 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,484 miles
    Test number
    832188255648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Fail83,484 miles (+3,179)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,484 miles
    Test number
    720918181322
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  16. Pass80,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,305 miles
    Test number
    422374477921
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  17. Fail80,305 miles (+3,471)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,305 miles
    Test number
    779730348170
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass76,834 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,834 miles
    Test number
    626396534699
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  19. Fail76,834 miles (+5,485)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,834 miles
    Test number
    115123191314
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass71,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    71,349 miles
    Test number
    166097655405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,349 miles (+7,038)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,349 miles
    Test number
    596057955090
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass64,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    64,311 miles
    Test number
    367090554010
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail64,311 miles (+5,689)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,311 miles
    Test number
    979518844069
    • FailureCentre Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass58,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,622 miles
    Test number
    747548753000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail58,622 miles (+3,795)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,622 miles
    Test number
    156657653439
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass54,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    54,827 miles
    Test number
    819825152025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,827 miles (+1,405)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,827 miles
    Test number
    126384652447
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • 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 Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive damage seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a towbar mounting (6.6.6)

  28. Pass53,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    305833611071
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  29. Fail53,422 miles (+1,639)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    126263711081
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  30. Pass51,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,783 miles
    Test number
    720440220034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail51,783 miles (+2,417)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,783 miles
    Test number
    834539010021
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass49,366 miles (+2,114)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,366 miles
    Test number
    901643609031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail47,252 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,252 miles
    Test number
    652685208060
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  34. Pass47,252 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,252 miles
    Test number
    952415108069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass45,451 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    45,451 miles
    Test number
    184966206303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail45,448 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,448 miles
    Test number
    872523306314
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Questions about L90 SEA

Does L90 SEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SEA is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SEA?
The MOT on L90 SEA is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 SEA done?
L90 SEA was recorded at 91,814 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,357 miles a year.
Has L90 SEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SEA has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 SEA 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 SEA find?
L90 SEA passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front seat belt flexible stalk damaged cover missing, and 3 more.

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