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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 SNHMOT history

L90 SNH is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 22 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 217,009 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L90 SNH 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 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
217,009 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SNH was last recorded at 217,009 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 2,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Apr 2016: 167,680 miles, lower than 167,695 miles on 9 Apr 2016.

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
214,203 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,806 miles
Average per year
9,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 217,009 miles
  • 2025 – 214,203 miles
  • 2024 – 209,718 miles
  • 2023 – 206,814 miles
  • 2022 – 203,518 miles
  • 2021 – 199,279 miles
  • 2020 – 196,110 miles
  • 2019 – 191,315 miles
  • 2018 – 184,609 miles
  • 2017 – 176,130 miles
  • 2016 – 167,680 miles
  • 2015 – 157,235 miles
  • 2014 – 148,323 miles
  • 2013 – 134,332 miles
  • 2012 – 118,608 miles
  • 2011 – 104,828 miles
  • 2010 – 90,307 miles
  • 2009 – 73,522 miles
  • 2008 – 55,873 miles
  • 2007 – 39,171 miles
  • 2006 – 31,265 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,009 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Chassis corroded
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front no plate fixed at ahigh vieving point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,009 miles (+2,806)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    217,009 miles
    Test number
    715761002551
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Chassis corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass214,203 miles (+4,485)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    214,203 miles
    Test number
    748776317770
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear x 2 shocker covers corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged x 4 slight misshape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass209,718 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    209,718 miles
    Test number
    622234629671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass206,814 miles (+3,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    206,814 miles
    Test number
    817119867479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,518 miles (+4,239)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    203,518 miles
    Test number
    608780640263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Forward (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass199,279 miles (+3,169)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    199,279 miles
    Test number
    250993328140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass196,110 miles (+4,795)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    196,110 miles
    Test number
    199827567213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass191,315 miles (+256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    191,315 miles
    Test number
    332230898398
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail191,059 miles (+6,450)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,059 miles
    Test number
    149177925946
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass184,609 miles (+8,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    184,609 miles
    Test number
    718654644676
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sphere has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass176,130 miles (+8,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    176,130 miles
    Test number
    665082722701
    • AdvisoryOffside Front swivel joint has slight movement
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass167,680 miles (-15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    167,680 miles
    Test number
    542939147291
    • AdvisoryFront no plate fixed at ahigh vieving point

  13. Fail167,695 miles (+10,460)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,695 miles
    Test number
    148544830638
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront no plate fixed at ahigh vieving point

  14. Pass157,235 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    157,235 miles
    Test number
    929618975097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail157,233 miles (+8,910)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,233 miles
    Test number
    926027875042
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass148,323 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    148,323 miles
    Test number
    585423414161
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail148,322 miles (+13,990)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,322 miles
    Test number
    145465704121
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear o/s drive hub excessive play

  18. Pass134,332 miles (+15,724)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    134,332 miles
    Test number
    278299013164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,608 miles (+13,780)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    118,608 miles
    Test number
    335632322120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,828 miles (+14,521)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    104,828 miles
    Test number
    299575821460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass90,307 miles (+16,785)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    90,307 miles
    Test number
    282730220176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,522 miles (+17,649)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,522 miles
    Test number
    242489619498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,873 miles (+16,702)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,873 miles
    Test number
    364366818157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,171 miles
    Test number
    613054217140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,171 miles (+7,906)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,171 miles
    Test number
    730874817128
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass31,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,265 miles
    Test number
    224870616455
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L90 SNH

Does L90 SNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SNH is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SNH?
The MOT on L90 SNH is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 SNH done?
L90 SNH was recorded at 217,009 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 9,117 miles a year.
Has L90 SNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SNH has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on L90 SNH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Apr 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 SNH find?
L90 SNH passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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