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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1996 · 2,495 cc

L90 SRJMOT history

L90 SRJ is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Jan 1996. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 190,397 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L90 SRJ 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 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
190,397 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
24 Jan 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SRJ was last recorded at 190,397 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Apr 2011: 14,266 miles, lower than 126,048 miles on 4 May 2010.

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
189,998 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
399 miles
Average per year
4,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,397 miles
  • 2025 – 189,998 miles
  • 2024 – 189,068 miles
  • 2021 – 188,127 miles
  • 2020 – 187,241 miles
  • 2019 – 186,761 miles
  • 2018 – 185,528 miles
  • 2017 – 183,648 miles
  • 2016 – 176,500 miles
  • 2015 – 166,316 miles
  • 2013 – 166,277 miles
  • 2012 – 160,214 miles
  • 2011 – 14,563 miles
  • 2010 – 126,048 miles
  • 2009 – 121,705 miles
  • 2008 – 118,046 miles
  • 2007 – 108,212 miles
  • 2006 – 100,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,397 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    190,397 miles
    Test number
    549089477148
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail190,397 miles (+399)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,397 miles
    Test number
    422604199711
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass189,998 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    189,998 miles
    Test number
    118033080260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass189,068 miles (+941)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    189,068 miles
    Test number
    530438305821
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively prop front u\j (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively front u\j (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Pass188,127 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    188,127 miles
    Test number
    508583479049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass187,241 miles (+480)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    187,241 miles
    Test number
    396368189432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass186,761 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    186,761 miles
    Test number
    699676387388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass185,528 miles (+1,880)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    185,528 miles
    Test number
    373500023883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass183,648 miles (+7,148)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    183,648 miles
    Test number
    911697714647
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened reduced pad contact (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBall joint on top of rear axle has slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking to tread area
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking to tread area
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft , rear universal joint some play , soon need replacing

  10. Pass176,500 miles (+10,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    176,500 miles
    Test number
    895582372447
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  11. Pass166,316 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    166,316 miles
    Test number
    449976425231
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteN/s and o/s wiper blades ends split

  12. Fail166,316 miles (+39)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,316 miles
    Test number
    519546625223
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteN/s and o/s wiper blades ends split

  13. Fail166,277 miles (+6,063)3 dangerous14 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,277 miles
    Test number
    497880223212
    • DangerousCentre rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteAll four tyres in poor condition various cuts and deteriations

  14. Pass160,214 miles (+159)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    160,214 miles
    Test number
    507499472159
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth side steps corroded
    • NoteUnderbody has signs of corrosion

  15. Fail160,055 miles (+145,492)8 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,055 miles
    Test number
    226341772468
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTowbar component insecure (6.6.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth side steps corroded
    • NoteUnderbody has signs of corrosion

  16. Pass14,563 miles (+297)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    14,563 miles
    Test number
    987911911118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn on edge

  17. Fail14,266 miles (-111,782)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,266 miles
    Test number
    225535401184
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBrake pedal rubber worn on edge

  18. Pass126,048 miles (+4,343)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    126,048 miles
    Test number
    271964820168
    • NoteRear chassis near tow bar corroding and getting thin (can be seen from underside)
    • NoteSome brake pipes have surface corrosion

  19. Pass121,705 miles (+167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    121,705 miles
    Test number
    254819639153
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail121,538 miles (+3,492)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,538 miles
    Test number
    433205439173
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass118,046 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    118,046 miles
    Test number
    510188208177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail118,020 miles (+9,808)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,020 miles
    Test number
    102867208138
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass108,212 miles (+7,527)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    108,212 miles
    Test number
    374807107139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass100,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    100,685 miles
    Test number
    760790906125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SRJ

Does L90 SRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SRJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SRJ?
The MOT on L90 SRJ is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 SRJ done?
L90 SRJ was recorded at 190,397 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 4,371 miles a year.
Has L90 SRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SRJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 SRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 SRJ find?
L90 SRJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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