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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 TJAMOT history

L90 TJA is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 209,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

L90 TJA silver Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
209,829 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TJA was last recorded at 209,829 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 3,864 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
205,965 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,864 miles
Average per year
7,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 209,829 miles
  • 2024 – 205,965 miles
  • 2023 – 201,384 miles
  • 2022 – 186,980 miles
  • 2021 – 178,484 miles
  • 2020 – 172,449 miles
  • 2019 – 167,004 miles
  • 2018 – 158,188 miles
  • 2017 – 148,623 miles
  • 2016 – 140,029 miles
  • 2015 – 132,780 miles
  • 2014 – 126,349 miles
  • 2013 – 118,239 miles
  • 2011 – 102,342 miles
  • 2010 – 85,929 miles
  • 2009 – 75,004 miles
  • 2008 – 74,217 miles
  • 2007 – 73,277 miles
  • 2006 – 70,143 miles
  • 2005 – 55,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,829 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Chassis heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,829 miles (+3,864)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    209,829 miles
    Test number
    137028625570
    • MinorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass205,965 miles (+4,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    205,965 miles
    Test number
    672091271524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outrigger (body mount) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass201,384 miles (+14,404)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    201,384 miles
    Test number
    317863893370
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass186,980 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    186,980 miles
    Test number
    173538574861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail186,967 miles (+8,483)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,967 miles
    Test number
    586592356458
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass178,484 miles (+6,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    178,484 miles
    Test number
    907098894789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass172,449 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    172,449 miles
    Test number
    948630649535
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail172,449 miles (+5,445)1 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,449 miles
    Test number
    934318176035
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers missing Broken and detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass167,004 miles (+8,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    167,004 miles
    Test number
    322372922765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass158,188 miles (+9,565)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    158,188 miles
    Test number
    727886103345
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Aframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass148,623 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    148,623 miles
    Test number
    293186844298
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded

  12. Fail148,608 miles (+8,579)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,608 miles
    Test number
    459457810296
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking power steering box (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded both (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureShock absorber casing corroded externally so the unit does not function all four (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth hub oil seals leaking and swivel ball corroded
    • AdvisoryChassis heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  13. Pass140,029 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    140,029 miles
    Test number
    895100792463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail140,028 miles (+7,248)1 dangerous5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,028 miles
    Test number
    921216975174
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All four front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass132,780 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,780 miles
    Test number
    640550917616
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail132,779 miles (+2,273)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,779 miles
    Test number
    431281695092
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake efficiency only just met requirement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass130,506 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    130,506 miles
    Test number
    149742205437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass126,349 miles (+8,110)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,349 miles
    Test number
    359642804072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,239 miles (+15,897)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    118,239 miles
    Test number
    107667303047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass102,342 miles (+16,413)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    102,342 miles
    Test number
    357896331317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass85,929 miles (+10,925)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    85,929 miles
    Test number
    813094940338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,004 miles (+787)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    75,004 miles
    Test number
    964007549338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass74,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    74,217 miles
    Test number
    144405248369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Fail74,217 miles (+940)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,217 miles
    Test number
    441455648373
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass73,277 miles (+3,134)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    73,277 miles
    Test number
    111618747374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,143 miles (+14,282)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    70,143 miles
    Test number
    163605636358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass55,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    55,861 miles
    Test number
    911261435361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TJA

Does L90 TJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TJA is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 TJA?
The MOT on L90 TJA is valid until 11 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 TJA done?
L90 TJA was recorded at 209,829 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 7,715 miles a year.
Has L90 TJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TJA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 TJA 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 TJA find?
L90 TJA passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect: nearside front steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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