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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 TDCMOT history

L90 TDC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Nov 1995. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 204,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

L90 TDC green 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 Nov 2026
Mileage
204,013 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
17 Nov 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TDC was last recorded at 204,013 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Jun 2014: 109,326 miles, lower than 166,880 miles on 21 Jun 2013.

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
203,988 miles · 1 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
3,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 204,013 miles
  • 2024 – 201,195 miles
  • 2023 – 199,426 miles
  • 2022 – 196,380 miles
  • 2021 – 191,939 miles
  • 2020 – 187,575 miles
  • 2019 – 183,813 miles
  • 2018 – 181,602 miles
  • 2017 – 178,459 miles
  • 2016 – 174,336 miles
  • 2015 – 171,194 miles
  • 2014 – 109,326 miles
  • 2013 – 166,880 miles
  • 2012 – 162,819 miles
  • 2011 – 160,922 miles
  • 2010 – 157,613 miles
  • 2009 – 152,510 miles
  • 2008 – 147,407 miles
  • 2007 – 140,155 miles
  • 2006 – 129,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,013 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Rear axle upper stabilizer ball joint boot splitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Rear axle stabiliser ball joint boot split

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,013 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    204,013 miles
    Test number
    339287345420
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle upper stabilizer ball joint boot split

  2. Fail203,988 miles (+2,793)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,988 miles
    Test number
    931425822916
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle upper stabilizer ball joint boot split

  3. Pass201,195 miles (+1,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    201,195 miles
    Test number
    464587420499
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle stabilizer ball joint boot deteriated

  4. Pass199,426 miles (+3,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    199,426 miles
    Test number
    537663000477
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass196,380 miles (+4,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    196,380 miles
    Test number
    468443483200
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle stabiliser ball joint boot split

  6. Pass191,939 miles (+4,364)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,939 miles
    Test number
    806878937026
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle stabiliser ball joint boot split

  7. Pass187,575 miles (+3,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    187,575 miles
    Test number
    614418908676
    • AdvisoryRear Rear axle stabiliser ball joint boot split

  8. Pass183,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    183,813 miles
    Test number
    302546408611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail183,813 miles (+2,211)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,813 miles
    Test number
    405838417587
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass181,602 miles (+3,143)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    181,602 miles
    Test number
    684643094947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement stabilizer arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass178,459 miles (+4,123)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    178,459 miles
    Test number
    202846563479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass174,336 miles (+3,142)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    174,336 miles
    Test number
    609190057247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass171,194 miles (+61,868)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    171,194 miles
    Test number
    225391275101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,326 miles (-57,554)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    109,326 miles
    Test number
    679879774167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail166,880 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,880 miles
    Test number
    155232773128
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/S/rear disc corroded

  16. Pass166,880 miles (+4,061)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    166,880 miles
    Test number
    406412473180
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/S/rear disc corroded

  17. Pass162,819 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    162,819 miles
    Test number
    507422882149
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Fail162,819 miles (+1,897)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,819 miles
    Test number
    978412282115
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass160,922 miles (+3,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    160,922 miles
    Test number
    577122681115
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass157,613 miles (+5,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    157,613 miles
    Test number
    220074180404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass152,510 miles (+5,103)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    152,510 miles
    Test number
    344920359140
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteIndicator lense's changing colour

  22. Pass147,407 miles (+7,252)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    147,407 miles
    Test number
    264992158406
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass140,155 miles (+10,389)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    140,155 miles
    Test number
    683603367136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass129,766 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    129,766 miles
    Test number
    281643566445
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Questions about L90 TDC

Does L90 TDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TDC is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 TDC?
The MOT on L90 TDC is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 TDC done?
L90 TDC was recorded at 204,013 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 3,827 miles a year.
Has L90 TDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TDC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 TDC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Jun 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 TDC find?
L90 TDC passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear rear axle upper stabilizer ball joint boot split.

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