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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

L90 TNKMOT history

L90 TNK is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Feb 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 34 MOT tests, with 119,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

L90 TNK blue Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
119,652 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
34
18 passed · 16 failed
Per year
3,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TNK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
24 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TNK was last recorded at 119,652 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,705 miles · 27 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
947 miles
Average per year
3,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,652 miles
  • 2024 – 118,705 miles
  • 2023 – 117,609 miles
  • 2021 – 116,930 miles
  • 2019 – 115,740 miles
  • 2018 – 112,740 miles
  • 2017 – 109,134 miles
  • 2016 – 107,167 miles
  • 2015 – 103,017 miles
  • 2014 – 99,152 miles
  • 2013 – 90,893 miles
  • 2012 – 84,716 miles
  • 2011 – 80,705 miles
  • 2010 – 75,476 miles
  • 2009 – 67,387 miles
  • 2007 – 56,698 miles
  • 2006 – 52,195 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,652 miles
  • 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

34 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,652 miles (+947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    119,652 miles
    Test number
    374373190973
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,705 miles (+1,096)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,705 miles
    Test number
    708940462716
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Track rod end and pitman boots (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule at front to rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both central bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  3. Pass117,609 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    117,609 miles
    Test number
    209328503194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail117,608 miles (+678)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,608 miles
    Test number
    578863060980
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,930 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,930 miles
    Test number
    996244320599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,927 miles (+379)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,927 miles
    Test number
    453484268750
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass116,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,548 miles
    Test number
    366425067524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail116,548 miles (+808)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,548 miles
    Test number
    818458424181
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass115,740 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,740 miles
    Test number
    361576487746
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail115,739 miles (+2,999)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,739 miles
    Test number
    682858458811
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,740 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    112,740 miles
    Test number
    980333060044
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail112,740 miles (+3,606)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,740 miles
    Test number
    795661476917
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass109,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    668630583542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail109,134 miles (+1,967)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    609430523857
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass107,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    107,167 miles
    Test number
    164349868162
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail107,167 miles (+4,150)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,167 miles
    Test number
    718748252606
    • FailureHazard warning switch insecure (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass103,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,017 miles
    Test number
    355707430286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail103,017 miles (+3,865)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,017 miles
    Test number
    590391480081
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  19. Pass99,152 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    99,152 miles
    Test number
    298626954351
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  20. Fail99,151 miles (+8,258)10 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,151 miles
    Test number
    935521754379
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  21. Pass90,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    90,893 miles
    Test number
    107405143384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail90,893 miles (+6,177)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,893 miles
    Test number
    569244143376
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass84,716 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,716 miles
    Test number
    779493442106
    • NoteAll front steel brake pipes strating to corrode
    • NoteOffside rear steel brake pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front swivel bearings
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  24. Fail84,716 miles (+4,011)8 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,716 miles
    Test number
    827403442125
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteAll front steel brake pipes strating to corrode
    • NoteOffside rear steel brake pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteSlight play in nearside front swivel bearings
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on inner edge

  25. Pass80,705 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    80,705 miles
    Test number
    628694921177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  26. Fail80,705 miles (+5,229)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,705 miles
    Test number
    947764821145
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

  27. Pass75,476 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    75,476 miles
    Test number
    201266800106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  28. Fail75,476 miles (+8,089)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,476 miles
    Test number
    992156700119
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  29. Pass67,387 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    67,387 miles
    Test number
    212345659003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Fail67,387 miles (+10,689)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,387 miles
    Test number
    160051759075
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  31. Pass56,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,698 miles
    Test number
    473162957075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail56,698 miles (+4,503)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,698 miles
    Test number
    151112157486
    • FailureBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureSteering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  33. Fail52,195 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,195 miles
    Test number
    100471166448
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  34. Pass52,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    52,195 miles
    Test number
    790971266083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TNK

Does L90 TNK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TNK is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TNK?
The MOT on L90 TNK is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 TNK done?
L90 TNK was recorded at 119,652 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 3,311 miles a year.
Has L90 TNK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TNK has failed 16 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 TNK 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 TNK find?
L90 TNK passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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