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Land Rover Defender

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 TMVMOT history

L90 TMV is a silver diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 114,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2025.

L90 TMV silver Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2026
Mileage
114,294 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TMV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TMV was last recorded at 114,294 miles on 29 Jan 2025, 2,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,967 miles · 23 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,327 miles
Average per year
5,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,294 miles
  • 2024 – 111,967 miles
  • 2023 – 109,089 miles
  • 2021 – 107,051 miles
  • 2020 – 102,527 miles
  • 2019 – 96,609 miles
  • 2018 – 93,272 miles
  • 2017 – 89,045 miles
  • 2016 – 81,764 miles
  • 2015 – 75,211 miles
  • 2014 – 69,280 miles
  • 2013 – 63,190 miles
  • 2012 – 60,803 miles
  • 2011 – 57,602 miles
  • 2010 – 56,492 miles
  • 2009 – 44,969 miles
  • 2008 – 32,030 miles
  • 2007 – 17,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,294 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes covered with grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front cracking in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,294 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    114,294 miles
    Test number
    821513829355
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. Fail114,294 miles (+2,327)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,294 miles
    Test number
    912536772415
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. Pass111,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,967 miles
    Test number
    530315581256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail111,967 miles (+2,878)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,967 miles
    Test number
    227997049180
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass109,089 miles (+2,038)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,089 miles
    Test number
    564040132661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,051 miles
    Test number
    772620091471
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail107,051 miles (+4,524)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,051 miles
    Test number
    554481411207
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass102,527 miles (+5,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    455141698821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass96,609 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,609 miles
    Test number
    469611036068
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail96,609 miles (+3,337)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,609 miles
    Test number
    323681725755
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt foremost (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering box (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes covered with grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass93,272 miles (+4,227)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,272 miles
    Test number
    203984581688
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres perished
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle stabilizer arms bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass89,045 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,045 miles
    Test number
    496795559584
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & N/s/f tyre's starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis & towbar (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail89,045 miles (+7,281)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,045 miles
    Test number
    491006328072
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f & N/s/f tyre's starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering box (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis & towbar (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass81,764 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,764 miles
    Test number
    536776790200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail81,763 miles (+6,552)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,763 miles
    Test number
    300436431323
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass75,211 miles (+5,931)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,211 miles
    Test number
    835558884695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass69,280 miles (+6,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,280 miles
    Test number
    937316514331
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass63,190 miles (+2,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    128445613334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass60,803 miles (+3,201)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,803 miles
    Test number
    256090032278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass57,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,602 miles
    Test number
    429302821287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,602 miles (+1,110)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,602 miles
    Test number
    677495611213
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass56,492 miles (+11,523)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    56,492 miles
    Test number
    791247100285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres cracked screen wash weak

  23. Fail44,969 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,969 miles
    Test number
    304176609424
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass44,969 miles (+12,939)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,969 miles
    Test number
    971896209269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,030 miles (+14,552)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    32,030 miles
    Test number
    901877608260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    17,478 miles
    Test number
    192510707204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TMV

Does L90 TMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 TMV expired on 28 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 TMV?
The MOT on L90 TMV expired on 28 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 TMV done?
L90 TMV was recorded at 114,294 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2025, an average of 5,522 miles a year.
Has L90 TMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TMV has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 TMV 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 TMV find?
L90 TMV passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering box; rear vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis crossmember.

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