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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 SVBMOT history

L90 SVB is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 28 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 140,541 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

L90 SVB red 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 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
140,541 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 SVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 SVB was last recorded at 140,541 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,541 miles · 28 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,541 miles
  • 2024 – 140,541 miles
  • 2023 – 140,541 miles
  • 2022 – 138,367 miles
  • 2021 – 128,698 miles
  • 2020 – 118,562 miles
  • 2019 – 108,654 miles
  • 2017 – 108,633 miles
  • 2016 – 100,750 miles
  • 2015 – 94,340 miles
  • 2014 – 86,623 miles
  • 2013 – 78,301 miles
  • 2012 – 70,326 miles
  • 2011 – 61,693 miles
  • 2010 – 54,138 miles
  • 2009 – 44,849 miles
  • 2008 – 37,749 miles
  • 2007 – 29,068 miles
  • 2006 – 24,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,541 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,541 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    140,541 miles
    Test number
    814669840101
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass140,541 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,541 miles
    Test number
    761302850543
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn slightly more pedal movement than normal (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass140,541 miles (+2,174)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    140,541 miles
    Test number
    482024510815
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt steering box (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed check strap broken (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component axle/tractor joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOther passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed check strap broken (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side starting to show corrosion
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch

  4. Pass138,367 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,367 miles
    Test number
    981657773892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail138,367 miles (+9,669)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,367 miles
    Test number
    515478800576
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Steering component casing fixing bolts missing (2.1.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass128,698 miles (+10,136)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    128,698 miles
    Test number
    947549453862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass118,562 miles (+9,908)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    118,562 miles
    Test number
    850767478886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,654 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    108,654 miles
    Test number
    811916566801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,633 miles (+7,883)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,633 miles
    Test number
    775986545114
    • AdvisoryFront and rear differential leaking oil
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Door check strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Top hinge worn (6.2.B.2)

  10. Pass100,750 miles (+6,410)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,750 miles
    Test number
    123624722151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass94,340 miles (+7,717)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    94,340 miles
    Test number
    306627305163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,623 miles (+8,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    86,623 miles
    Test number
    669244894006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass78,301 miles (+7,975)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    78,301 miles
    Test number
    878827163044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,326 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    746901922196
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteWipers not parking

  15. Fail70,326 miles (+8,633)11 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,326 miles
    Test number
    825404002195
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteWindscreen wipers not parking

  16. Pass61,693 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,693 miles
    Test number
    877571711101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail61,693 miles (+7,555)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,693 miles
    Test number
    768840411186
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass54,138 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,138 miles
    Test number
    532010020128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWiper switch in poor state of repair but working as required

  19. Fail54,138 miles (+9,289)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,138 miles
    Test number
    813026710161
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass44,849 miles (+7,100)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    44,849 miles
    Test number
    114842589442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,749 miles (+8,681)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    631836638109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass29,068 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    29,068 miles
    Test number
    191006637122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail29,066 miles (+4,380)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,066 miles
    Test number
    151844937114
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cut ad perished on inner wall
    • NoteRear diff oil seal

  24. Pass24,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,686 miles
    Test number
    341891156158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 SVB

Does L90 SVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 SVB is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 SVB?
The MOT on L90 SVB is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 SVB done?
L90 SVB was recorded at 140,541 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,890 miles a year.
Has L90 SVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 SVB has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 SVB 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 SVB find?
L90 SVB passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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