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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 SGYMOT history

L90 SGY is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 182,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

L90 SGY 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 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
182,694 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SGY was last recorded at 182,694 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 5,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,065 miles · 28 Mar 2020
Between the last two tests
5,629 miles
Average per year
6,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,694 miles
  • 2020 – 177,065 miles
  • 2019 – 166,934 miles
  • 2018 – 155,745 miles
  • 2017 – 145,245 miles
  • 2016 – 133,299 miles
  • 2015 – 119,909 miles
  • 2014 – 108,590 miles
  • 2013 – 100,674 miles
  • 2012 – 92,804 miles
  • 2011 – 85,085 miles
  • 2010 – 77,215 miles
  • 2009 – 68,751 miles
  • 2008 – 64,091 miles
  • 2007 – 58,896 miles
  • 2006 – 53,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,694 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass182,694 miles (+5,629)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    182,694 miles
    Test number
    174303327363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass177,065 miles (+10,131)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    177,065 miles
    Test number
    132268360438
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Cross (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass166,934 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    166,934 miles
    Test number
    611233222626
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis getting thin in places

  4. Fail166,934 miles (+11,189)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,934 miles
    Test number
    623218868808
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Towbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis getting thin in places
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outrigger corroded( cab mount)

  5. Pass155,745 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    155,745 miles
    Test number
    508787061035
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  6. Fail155,739 miles (+10,494)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,739 miles
    Test number
    170451554275
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high Both (1.8)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Offside and nearside rear chassis are corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Pass145,245 miles (+11,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    145,245 miles
    Test number
    698622776670
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  8. Pass133,299 miles (+13,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    133,299 miles
    Test number
    836171900667
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp aims just to standard
    • AdvisoryN/s/r trailing arm front bush slight play

  9. Pass119,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    119,909 miles
    Test number
    246907075040
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Fail119,909 miles (+11,319)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,909 miles
    Test number
    995396775004
    • FailureBrake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside 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 Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass108,590 miles (+7,916)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    108,590 miles
    Test number
    315265284066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Pass100,674 miles (+7,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    100,674 miles
    Test number
    829119773029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  13. Pass92,804 miles (+7,719)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,804 miles
    Test number
    488264072070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,085 miles (+7,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    85,085 miles
    Test number
    769498371028
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass77,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    77,215 miles
    Test number
    783064260039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  16. Fail77,215 miles (+8,464)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,215 miles
    Test number
    890454460080
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  17. Pass68,751 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,751 miles
    Test number
    213841879050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail68,751 miles (+4,660)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,751 miles
    Test number
    612151679057
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  19. Pass64,091 miles (+5,195)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    64,091 miles
    Test number
    181696768002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,896 miles (+5,069)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    58,896 miles
    Test number
    102645567053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,827 miles
    Test number
    352457766069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SGY

Does L90 SGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SGY is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SGY?
The MOT on L90 SGY is valid until 16 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 SGY done?
L90 SGY was recorded at 182,694 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 6,304 miles a year.
Has L90 SGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SGY has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on L90 SGY 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 SGY find?
L90 SGY passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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