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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L90 SGNMOT history

L90 SGN is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Jul 2000. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 344,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

L90 SGN 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 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
344,371 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SGN was last recorded at 344,371 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 1,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jul 2009: 31,230 miles, lower than 295,790 miles on 15 Jul 2008.
  • 18 Jun 2014: 33,209 miles, lower than 329,003 miles on 19 Jun 2013.

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
342,551 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,820 miles
Average per year
4,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 344,371 miles
  • 2024 – 342,551 miles
  • 2022 – 342,049 miles
  • 2021 – 341,797 miles
  • 2020 – 341,279 miles
  • 2019 – 340,641 miles
  • 2018 – 339,661 miles
  • 2017 – 338,600 miles
  • 2016 – 337,122 miles
  • 2015 – 335,268 miles
  • 2014 – 332,091 miles
  • 2013 – 329,003 miles
  • 2012 – 325,720 miles
  • 2011 – 321,611 miles
  • 2010 – 315,800 miles
  • 2009 – 31,230 miles
  • 2008 – 295,790 miles
  • 2007 – 278,780 miles
  • 2006 – 263,674 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass344,371 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Prop-Shaft Front UJ Has Slight Wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering Box Lower Pittman Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Wear (2.1.3 (b) (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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass344,371 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    344,371 miles
    Test number
    915759628680
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Prop-Shaft Front UJ Has Slight Wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering Box Lower Pittman Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Wear (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail344,371 miles (+1,820)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    344,371 miles
    Test number
    174909787901
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working LED Position Lamp Inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Prop-Shaft Front UJ Has Slight Wear (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Steering Box Lower Pittman Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Wear (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass342,551 miles (+502)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    342,551 miles
    Test number
    282317968596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass342,049 miles (+252)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    342,049 miles
    Test number
    738126474963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper spring mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass341,797 miles (+518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    341,797 miles
    Test number
    665288998508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass341,279 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    341,279 miles
    Test number
    849838745932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail341,279 miles (+638)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    341,279 miles
    Test number
    995095246087
    • MajorFuel system component leaking from back of engine (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass340,641 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    340,641 miles
    Test number
    768828097508
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn All front and rear trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail340,641 miles (+980)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    340,641 miles
    Test number
    718994941541
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn All front and rear trailing arm bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass339,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    339,661 miles
    Test number
    634829383794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail339,661 miles (+1,061)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    339,661 miles
    Test number
    410138954658
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass338,600 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    338,600 miles
    Test number
    479990071648
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail338,593 miles (+1,471)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    338,593 miles
    Test number
    944258578279
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower bulkhead (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass337,122 miles (+40)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    337,122 miles
    Test number
    657469672053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded / holed
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryFloor holed
    • AdvisoryFuel filter housing damp

  15. Fail337,082 miles (+1,814)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    337,082 miles
    Test number
    996105430258
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryFloor holed
    • AdvisoryFuel filter housing damp

  16. Pass335,268 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    335,268 miles
    Test number
    965990775195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll trailing arm bushes worn
    • NoteFloor holed at front
    • NoteRear crossmember soft and corroded

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    178349965198
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteAll trailing arm bushes worn
    • NoteFloor holed at front
    • NoteRear crossmember soft and corroded

  18. Pass332,091 miles (+298,882)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    332,091 miles
    Test number
    478230674188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,209 miles (-295,794)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,209 miles
    Test number
    238549764192
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass329,003 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    329,003 miles
    Test number
    618220773161
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteSteering dampner bush worn

  21. Fail329,003 miles (+3,283)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    329,003 miles
    Test number
    427079063109
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
    • NoteSteering dampner bush worn

  22. Pass325,720 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    325,720 miles
    Test number
    307618362154
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  23. Fail325,717 miles (+4,106)2 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    325,717 miles
    Test number
    567007962181
    • DangerousNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  24. Pass321,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    321,611 miles
    Test number
    176282361075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail321,611 miles (+5,811)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    321,611 miles
    Test number
    157071561474
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Pass315,800 miles (+284,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    315,800 miles
    Test number
    354916740016
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass31,230 miles (-264,560)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,230 miles
    Test number
    573058699107
    • NoteO/s/f floor corroded.

  28. Pass295,790 miles (+17,010)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    295,790 miles
    Test number
    491427298132
    • NoteOfside front floor corroded

  29. Pass278,780 miles (+15,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    278,780 miles
    Test number
    574733797143
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  30. Pass263,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    263,674 miles
    Test number
    754033396185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SGN

Does L90 SGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SGN is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 SGN?
The MOT on L90 SGN is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 SGN done?
L90 SGN was recorded at 344,371 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,162 miles a year.
Has L90 SGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SGN has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 SGN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Jul 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 SGN find?
L90 SGN passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop-shaft front uj has slight wear; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; steering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box lower pittman arm ball joint has slight wear.

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