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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 TRUMOT history

L90 TRU is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 24 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

L90 TRU black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,899 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TRU was last recorded at 105,899 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 103 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2007: 57,223 miles, lower than 457,710 miles on 21 Apr 2006.
  • 5 May 2009: 73,381 miles, lower than 673,076 miles on 8 May 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
105,796 miles · 6 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,899 miles
  • 2024 – 105,796 miles
  • 2021 – 105,446 miles
  • 2019 – 104,744 miles
  • 2018 – 104,384 miles
  • 2017 – 104,043 miles
  • 2015 – 103,880 miles
  • 2014 – 103,357 miles
  • 2013 – 101,576 miles
  • 2012 – 95,551 miles
  • 2011 – 85,101 miles
  • 2010 – 78,622 miles
  • 2009 – 73,381 miles
  • 2008 – 673,076 miles
  • 2007 – 57,223 miles
  • 2006 – 457,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,899 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil 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 Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,899 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,899 miles
    Test number
    147219482411
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass105,796 miles (+350)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,796 miles
    Test number
    107110773043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass105,446 miles (+702)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    105,446 miles
    Test number
    157869080220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle waxoiled

  4. Pass104,744 miles (+360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,744 miles
    Test number
    698317748250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (rear) (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,384 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    104,384 miles
    Test number
    403721435605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,043 miles (+163)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    104,043 miles
    Test number
    737088290853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,880 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    103,880 miles
    Test number
    499168271515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,357 miles (+1,781)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    103,357 miles
    Test number
    816214944319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail101,576 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,576 miles
    Test number
    287425533289
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass101,576 miles (+6,025)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    101,576 miles
    Test number
    828255233291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,551 miles (+10,450)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,551 miles
    Test number
    986916722183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,101 miles (+6,479)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,101 miles
    Test number
    626399611133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass78,622 miles (+5,241)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,622 miles
    Test number
    273669410105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,381 miles (-599,695)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    73,381 miles
    Test number
    231225829424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass673,076 miles (+615,853)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    673,076 miles
    Test number
    194189828192
    • NoteFull engine cover fitted
    • NoteNearside front suspension spear damp

  16. Pass57,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    57,223 miles
    Test number
    330020837150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,223 miles (-400,487)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,223 miles
    Test number
    761530137115
    • FailureBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass457,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    457,710 miles
    Test number
    801401216193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail457,710 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    457,710 miles
    Test number
    283461016159
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L90 TRU

Does L90 TRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TRU is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TRU?
The MOT on L90 TRU is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 TRU done?
L90 TRU was recorded at 105,899 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026.
Has L90 TRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TRU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on L90 TRU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 10 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 TRU find?
L90 TRU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: central front oil leak, but not excessive.

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