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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

L90 SUGMOT history

L90 SUG is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 120,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

L90 SUG 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 7 May 2027
Mileage
120,459 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SUG was last recorded at 120,459 miles on 7 May 2026, 487 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Feb 2008: 77,324 miles, lower than 119,254 miles on 1 Mar 2007.

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
119,972 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
487 miles
Average per year
2,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,459 miles
  • 2025 – 119,972 miles
  • 2024 – 119,569 miles
  • 2023 – 117,151 miles
  • 2022 – 115,679 miles
  • 2021 – 114,320 miles
  • 2020 – 113,578 miles
  • 2019 – 112,356 miles
  • 2018 – 108,191 miles
  • 2017 – 107,931 miles
  • 2016 – 107,574 miles
  • 2015 – 106,986 miles
  • 2014 – 105,592 miles
  • 2013 – 105,175 miles
  • 2012 – 101,368 miles
  • 2011 – 96,268 miles
  • 2010 – 89,363 miles
  • 2009 – 82,132 miles
  • 2008 – 77,324 miles
  • 2007 – 119,254 miles
  • 2006 – 65,508 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,459 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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Steering damper lower bush slight wear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

33 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,459 miles (+487)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,459 miles
    Test number
    357441231303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,972 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,972 miles
    Test number
    824230417577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass119,569 miles (+2,418)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2025
    Odometer
    119,569 miles
    Test number
    872577234508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass117,151 miles (+1,472)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    117,151 miles
    Test number
    922312784095
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  5. Pass115,679 miles (+21)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    115,679 miles
    Test number
    651172394020
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis sections corroded in places
    • AdvisorySteering damper lower bush slight wear

  6. Fail115,658 miles (+1,338)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,658 miles
    Test number
    149367425531
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nearside out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis sections corroded in places
    • AdvisorySteering damper lower bush slight wear

  7. Pass114,320 miles (+18)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    114,320 miles
    Test number
    896426531532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside drag link end dust cover slight deterioration
    • AdvisorySteering damper lower bush slight wear
    • AdvisoryTransfer box has a slight oil leak

  8. Fail114,302 miles (+724)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,302 miles
    Test number
    728025256252
    • MajorIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front stabilizer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside drag link end dust cover slight deterioration
    • AdvisorySteering damper lower bush slight wear
    • AdvisoryTransfer box has a slight oil leak

  9. Pass113,578 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,578 miles
    Test number
    161149695002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryFront stabilizer bar bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear out rigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion and wear on front brake discs

  10. Fail113,578 miles (+1,222)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,578 miles
    Test number
    902397204879
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryFront stabilizer bar bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear out rigger corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear bump stop missing
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion and wear on front brake discs

  11. Pass112,356 miles (+4,165)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,356 miles
    Test number
    700049000486
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside steering tracking bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight dampness around power steering pump
    • AdvisorySteering drop arm ball joint has slight wear
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded in places

  12. Pass108,191 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,191 miles
    Test number
    528969262971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass107,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,931 miles
    Test number
    942968038379
    • AdvisoryI)Front track rod end joint covers deteriorated (cracked).ii)Engine and transmission fluid leakage.iii)Front and rear suspension coil springs corroded.iv)Swept area windscreen damage on near side.v)Front wheel bearing play near side.

  14. Fail107,931 miles (+357)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,931 miles
    Test number
    599516413553
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle joint (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryI)Front track rod end joint covers deteriorated (cracked).ii)Engine and transmission fluid leakage.iii)Front and rear suspension coil springs corroded.iv)Swept area windscreen damage on near side.v)Front wheel bearing play near side.

  15. Pass107,574 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    107,574 miles
    Test number
    729119042360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    106,986 miles
    Test number
    206663735132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail106,986 miles (+1,394)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,986 miles
    Test number
    625955725161
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSteering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

  18. Fail105,592 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,592 miles
    Test number
    447813344129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass105,592 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    105,592 miles
    Test number
    567713244144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail105,591 miles (+416)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,591 miles
    Test number
    696781944105
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

  21. Pass105,175 miles (+3,807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    105,175 miles
    Test number
    378530883049
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass101,368 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    101,368 miles
    Test number
    168990292019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail101,346 miles (+5,078)9 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,346 miles
    Test number
    995579082048
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteHead lining insecure.

  24. Pass96,268 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    96,268 miles
    Test number
    506462841095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail96,264 miles (+6,901)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,264 miles
    Test number
    855011541011
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  26. Pass89,363 miles (+7,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    89,363 miles
    Test number
    993327330094
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  27. Fail82,132 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,132 miles
    Test number
    102114139464
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  28. Pass82,132 miles (+4,808)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    82,132 miles
    Test number
    394934039035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail77,324 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,324 miles
    Test number
    584359848033
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Drag link end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  30. Pass77,324 miles (-41,930)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    77,324 miles
    Test number
    643099848083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass119,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    119,254 miles
    Test number
    254380867009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail119,254 miles (+53,746)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,254 miles
    Test number
    420420067016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  33. Pass65,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    65,508 miles
    Test number
    252265966021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SUG

Does L90 SUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SUG is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SUG?
The MOT on L90 SUG is valid until 7 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 SUG done?
L90 SUG was recorded at 120,459 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 2,724 miles a year.
Has L90 SUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SUG has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 SUG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Feb 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 SUG find?
L90 SUG passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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