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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,495 cc

L90 TKBMOT history

L90 TKB is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 27 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 125,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2024.

L90 TKB blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2025
Mileage
125,354 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2024
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
5,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2025
Latest MOT test
17 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TKB was last recorded at 125,354 miles on 17 May 2024, 1,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,755 miles · 24 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
1,599 miles
Average per year
5,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,354 miles
  • 2023 – 123,755 miles
  • 2022 – 115,875 miles
  • 2021 – 107,283 miles
  • 2020 – 100,763 miles
  • 2019 – 97,699 miles
  • 2018 – 97,586 miles
  • 2017 – 96,076 miles
  • 2016 – 93,895 miles
  • 2015 – 91,461 miles
  • 2014 – 88,634 miles
  • 2013 – 85,064 miles
  • 2012 – 81,804 miles
  • 2011 – 79,164 miles
  • 2010 – 73,210 miles
  • 2009 – 63,725 miles
  • 2008 – 55,841 miles
  • 2007 – 45,372 miles
  • 2006 – 29,781 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,354 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

34 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,354 miles (+1,599)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,354 miles
    Test number
    557543147159
    • AdvisoryFront Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass123,755 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,755 miles
    Test number
    873286863720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail123,751 miles (+7,876)1 dangerous6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,751 miles
    Test number
    295312827649
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt A-Frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A-Frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,875 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    115,875 miles
    Test number
    711273828940
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail115,870 miles (+8,587)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,870 miles
    Test number
    710772549538
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass107,283 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,283 miles
    Test number
    482065415447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,256 miles (+6,493)8 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,256 miles
    Test number
    943956508601
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside 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 Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass100,763 miles (+3,064)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,763 miles
    Test number
    358726732465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass97,699 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    312368648889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  10. Fail97,699 miles (+113)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    558954383206
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  11. Fail97,586 miles (+1,510)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,586 miles
    Test number
    911742466051
    • MajorFront passenger door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass96,076 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    96,076 miles
    Test number
    713964441034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Fail96,076 miles (+2,181)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,076 miles
    Test number
    592808550109
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass93,895 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    539503444452
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Fail93,895 miles (+2,434)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,895 miles
    Test number
    998079673969
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass91,461 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,461 miles
    Test number
    297853765185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f, n/s/r, o/s/r tyres perished but not showing cord

  17. Fail91,461 miles (+2,827)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,461 miles
    Test number
    338640965192
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteProp-shaft universal joint worn
    • NoteN/s/f, n/s/r, o/s/r tyres perished but not showing cord
    • NoteWiper blades in poor condition

  18. Pass88,634 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    88,634 miles
    Test number
    378139714409
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/S/F BRAKE SLIGHTLY BINDING
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN DROP ARM BALL JOINT

  19. Fail88,634 miles (+3,570)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,634 miles
    Test number
    505873614290
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/S/F BRAKE SLIGHTLY BINDING
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN DROP ARM BALL JOINT

  20. Pass85,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    365000003272
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Fail85,064 miles (+3,260)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,064 miles
    Test number
    259670803288
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  22. Pass81,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,804 miles
    Test number
    889787582123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,804 miles (+2,640)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,804 miles
    Test number
    815627282135
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  24. Pass79,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,164 miles
    Test number
    688083611230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail79,164 miles (+5,954)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,164 miles
    Test number
    345990511489
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  26. Pass73,210 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    73,210 miles
    Test number
    582240600229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  27. Fail73,210 miles (+9,485)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,210 miles
    Test number
    884190400226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteSlight play in steering damper bush

  28. Pass63,725 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,725 miles
    Test number
    600393879180
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Fail63,725 miles (+7,884)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,725 miles
    Test number
    910093179168
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  30. Pass55,841 miles (+194)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,841 miles
    Test number
    733463288190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail55,647 miles (+10,275)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,647 miles
    Test number
    201456778400
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  32. Pass45,372 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,372 miles
    Test number
    454715187170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail45,362 miles (+15,581)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,362 miles
    Test number
    871798877158
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  34. Pass29,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    684048016067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TKB

Does L90 TKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 TKB expired on 16 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 TKB?
The MOT on L90 TKB expired on 16 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 TKB done?
L90 TKB was recorded at 125,354 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2024, an average of 5,215 miles a year.
Has L90 TKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TKB has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 TKB 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 TKB find?
L90 TKB passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2024 with 5 advisories: front steering box has seepage; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 2 more.

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