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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 TGCMOT history

L90 TGC is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 92,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L90 TGC 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 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
92,007 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

L90 TGC was last recorded at 92,007 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 1,911 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,096 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,911 miles
Average per year
3,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,007 miles
  • 2025 – 90,096 miles
  • 2024 – 88,040 miles
  • 2023 – 85,394 miles
  • 2022 – 84,029 miles
  • 2021 – 84,025 miles
  • 2020 – 79,795 miles
  • 2019 – 75,329 miles
  • 2018 – 73,542 miles
  • 2017 – 71,183 miles
  • 2016 – 70,270 miles
  • 2015 – 65,954 miles
  • 2013 – 62,869 miles
  • 2012 – 53,998 miles
  • 2011 – 44,199 miles
  • 2010 – 40,779 miles
  • 2009 – 36,785 miles
  • 2008 – 32,446 miles
  • 2007 – 28,280 miles
  • 2006 – 23,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,007 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 Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,007 miles (+1,911)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    92,007 miles
    Test number
    220073624068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,096 miles (+2,056)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    552077042875
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel on handbrake

  3. Pass88,040 miles (+2,646)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,040 miles
    Test number
    504025348445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,394 miles (+166)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,394 miles
    Test number
    767064337751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail85,228 miles (+1,199)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,228 miles
    Test number
    462328511310
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated hub seal leaking (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass84,029 miles (+4)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,029 miles
    Test number
    647959496757
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear hub seal weeping slightly
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair rear brake efficiency low (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering damper weeping

  7. Fail84,025 miles (+4,230)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,025 miles
    Test number
    439006334958
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels like there may be air in the hydraulic system
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a screw in the tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,795 miles
    Test number
    570238333237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,795 miles (+158)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,795 miles
    Test number
    533144797845
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Fail79,637 miles (+4,308)2 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,637 miles
    Test number
    674748205119
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted split pins have not been bent open (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system to calliper (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPosition lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements dipped beam coming on when selecting position lamps (4.2.2 (a))
    • MajorTowbar excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (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))
    • MinorSuspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear A frame (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering damper bush is worn has has a slight fluid leak

  11. Pass75,329 miles (+1,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,329 miles
    Test number
    104099311488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted on inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass73,542 miles (+85)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    73,542 miles
    Test number
    795355667045
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail73,457 miles (+2,274)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    125694563852
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass71,183 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,183 miles
    Test number
    653556232241
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp on high limit

  15. Fail71,183 miles (+913)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,183 miles
    Test number
    211880624703
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp on high limit

  16. Pass70,270 miles (+4,316)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,270 miles
    Test number
    292594730894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,954 miles (+3,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,954 miles
    Test number
    451048149543
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hub seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass62,869 miles (+8,871)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,869 miles
    Test number
    917571263241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass53,998 miles (+9,799)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,998 miles
    Test number
    228025332263
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass44,199 miles (+3,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,199 miles
    Test number
    579082861297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  21. Pass40,779 miles (+3,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    40,779 miles
    Test number
    933092210328
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass36,785 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    36,785 miles
    Test number
    121204019305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,446 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,446 miles
    Test number
    321335318306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,280 miles (+5,071)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    28,280 miles
    Test number
    514277617307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,209 miles
    Test number
    441637816473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TGC

Does L90 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TGC is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TGC?
The MOT on L90 TGC 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 TGC done?
L90 TGC was recorded at 92,007 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 3,452 miles a year.
Has L90 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TGC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 TGC 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 TGC find?
L90 TGC passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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