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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L90 SNGMOT history

L90 SNG is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 191,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

L90 SNG grey 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 25 May 2027
Mileage
191,856 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SNG was last recorded at 191,856 miles on 26 May 2026, 983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,873 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
983 miles
Average per year
7,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 191,856 miles
  • 2025 – 190,873 miles
  • 2024 – 190,873 miles
  • 2022 – 190,685 miles
  • 2017 – 186,849 miles
  • 2016 – 184,523 miles
  • 2015 – 174,344 miles
  • 2014 – 166,332 miles
  • 2013 – 160,321 miles
  • 2012 – 142,439 miles
  • 2011 – 120,913 miles
  • 2010 – 102,293 miles
  • 2009 – 76,484 miles
  • 2008 – 65,459 miles
  • 2007 – 54,849 miles
  • 2006 – 44,826 miles
  • 2005 – 34,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,856 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front tread depth 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,856 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    191,856 miles
    Test number
    213643412253
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

  2. Fail191,856 miles (+983)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,856 miles
    Test number
    837917718630
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

  3. Pass190,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,873 miles
    Test number
    136401278105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass190,873 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    190,873 miles
    Test number
    180403793047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass190,685 miles (+3,836)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    190,685 miles
    Test number
    186504811903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass186,849 miles (+2,326)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    186,849 miles
    Test number
    675802532271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass184,523 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    184,523 miles
    Test number
    453281568071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail184,378 miles (+10,034)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,378 miles
    Test number
    223142563952
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

  9. Pass174,344 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    174,344 miles
    Test number
    457098579538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tread depth 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail174,238 miles (+7,906)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,238 miles
    Test number
    938880773900
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement axle tie bar (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tread depth 3mm
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering damper has play in bush mountings

  11. Pass166,332 miles (+6,011)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    166,332 miles
    Test number
    118830384222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s/f wiper split at end
    • NoteSteering damper has slight play in o/s bush

  12. Pass160,321 miles (+145)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    160,321 miles
    Test number
    915019993284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail160,176 miles (+17,737)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,176 miles
    Test number
    867301993200
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass142,439 miles (+378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    142,439 miles
    Test number
    976931902367
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  15. Fail142,061 miles (+21,148)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,061 miles
    Test number
    356632092415
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split at ends

  16. Fail120,913 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,913 miles
    Test number
    236664771253
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass120,913 miles (+18,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    120,913 miles
    Test number
    336024171270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass102,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    102,293 miles
    Test number
    354543790420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail102,292 miles (+25,808)1 failure3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,292 miles
    Test number
    693203590247
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass76,484 miles (+11,025)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,484 miles
    Test number
    593775789280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,459 miles (+10,610)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    65,459 miles
    Test number
    522669588229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass54,849 miles (+10,023)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    54,849 miles
    Test number
    800789187255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,826 miles (+10,451)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    44,826 miles
    Test number
    374181396442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    34,375 miles
    Test number
    132499195250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SNG

Does L90 SNG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SNG is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SNG?
The MOT on L90 SNG is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 SNG done?
L90 SNG was recorded at 191,856 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 7,652 miles a year.
Has L90 SNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SNG has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 SNG 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 SNG find?
L90 SNG passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps.

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