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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 TDFMOT history

L90 TDF is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 215,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L90 TDF 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
215,041 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,077 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

L90 TDF was last recorded at 215,041 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Jun 2011: 14,548 miles, lower than 145,315 miles on 3 Jun 2011.
  • 28 Nov 2019: 210,504 miles, lower than 210,513 miles on 26 Nov 2019.

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
214,083 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
958 miles
Average per year
7,077 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,041 miles
  • 2025 – 214,083 miles
  • 2023 – 214,020 miles
  • 2022 – 213,650 miles
  • 2021 – 213,486 miles
  • 2020 – 212,186 miles
  • 2019 – 210,504 miles
  • 2018 – 208,997 miles
  • 2017 – 206,160 miles
  • 2016 – 203,398 miles
  • 2015 – 188,450 miles
  • 2014 – 175,492 miles
  • 2013 – 164,415 miles
  • 2011 – 14,548 miles
  • 2010 – 130,784 miles
  • 2009 – 115,375 miles
  • 2008 – 95,426 miles
  • 2007 – 79,365 miles
  • 2006 – 71,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,041 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joints slight oil leak

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Through wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,041 miles (+958)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    215,041 miles
    Test number
    572231233028
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joints slight oil leak

  2. Pass214,083 miles (+63)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    214,083 miles
    Test number
    699991431360
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront axel oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass214,020 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    214,020 miles
    Test number
    307653520511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass213,650 miles (+164)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    213,650 miles
    Test number
    594850533846
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle swivel joints slight leak

  5. Pass213,486 miles (+1,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    213,486 miles
    Test number
    501963871316
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass212,186 miles (+1,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    212,186 miles
    Test number
    125322039724
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass210,504 miles (-9)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    210,504 miles
    Test number
    573285104353
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Through wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp[ lens faded

  8. Fail210,513 miles (+1,516)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,513 miles
    Test number
    113427489517
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure Incorrectly mounted (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering lock stop incorrectly adjusted Bent (2.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Fuel pipe insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively does not clear screen (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Through wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp[ lens faded

  9. Pass208,997 miles (+2,837)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    208,997 miles
    Test number
    742807613451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass206,160 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    206,160 miles
    Test number
    528325658330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail203,398 miles (+14,948)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,398 miles
    Test number
    612311638377
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded area close to steering damper fixing (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working bulb (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bottom of outrigger close to suspension mounting.outrigger under drivers footwell (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass188,450 miles (+650)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    188,450 miles
    Test number
    186119935155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail187,800 miles (+12,308)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,800 miles
    Test number
    336974515159
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass175,492 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    175,492 miles
    Test number
    585254634086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail175,283 miles (+10,868)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,283 miles
    Test number
    988438724070
    • DangerousOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

  16. Fail164,415 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,415 miles
    Test number
    188041113089
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • NoteRear propshaft rear joint worn

  17. Pass164,415 miles (+149,867)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    164,415 miles
    Test number
    466721913049
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
    • NoteRear propshaft rear joint worn

  18. Pass14,548 miles (-130,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,548 miles
    Test number
    737778851160
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Fail145,315 miles (+14,531)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,315 miles
    Test number
    546624951127
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass130,784 miles (+15,409)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    130,784 miles
    Test number
    371155350190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,375 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    115,375 miles
    Test number
    132890549117
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but still legible

  22. Fail115,375 miles (+19,949)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,375 miles
    Test number
    734020849157
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate damaged but still legible

  23. Pass95,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    95,426 miles
    Test number
    400418338021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail95,426 miles (+16,061)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,426 miles
    Test number
    761478738069
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass79,365 miles (+8,212)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    79,365 miles
    Test number
    811019627065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass71,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    71,153 miles
    Test number
    242222256128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TDF

Does L90 TDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TDF is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TDF?
The MOT on L90 TDF is valid until 29 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 TDF done?
L90 TDF was recorded at 215,041 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 7,077 miles a year.
Has L90 TDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TDF has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on L90 TDF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 7 Jun 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 TDF find?
L90 TDF passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 2 more.

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