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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,495 cc

L90 TRYMOT history

L90 TRY is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 143,815 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2026.

L90 TRY grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
143,815 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TRY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TRY was last recorded at 143,815 miles on 5 Jun 2026, 4,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,274 miles · 11 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,541 miles
Average per year
6,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,815 miles
  • 2025 – 139,274 miles
  • 2024 – 134,850 miles
  • 2023 – 129,969 miles
  • 2022 – 124,949 miles
  • 2021 – 118,468 miles
  • 2019 – 111,687 miles
  • 2018 – 106,608 miles
  • 2017 – 100,717 miles
  • 2016 – 95,426 miles
  • 2015 – 89,476 miles
  • 2014 – 83,326 miles
  • 2013 – 74,984 miles
  • 2012 – 70,298 miles
  • 2011 – 64,541 miles
  • 2010 – 57,722 miles
  • 2009 – 34,083 miles
  • 2008 – 24,974 miles
  • 2007 – 20,262 miles
  • 2006 – 15,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,815 miles
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front shocks (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,815 miles (+4,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    143,815 miles
    Test number
    992468343284
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil both front shocks (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass139,274 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    139,274 miles
    Test number
    755733659783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass134,850 miles (+4,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    134,850 miles
    Test number
    484519257401
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,969 miles (+5,020)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,969 miles
    Test number
    766096464097
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,949 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    124,949 miles
    Test number
    206766584741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,935 miles (+6,467)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,935 miles
    Test number
    983756940193
    • MajorBrake pressure/vacuum build up too slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass118,468 miles (+6,781)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,468 miles
    Test number
    584711529893
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  8. Pass111,687 miles (+5,079)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,687 miles
    Test number
    361572498542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass106,608 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,608 miles
    Test number
    495980340347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail106,508 miles (+5,791)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,508 miles
    Test number
    483571842158
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass100,717 miles (+5,291)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    100,717 miles
    Test number
    817858508895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,426 miles (+5,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    95,426 miles
    Test number
    994961495495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass89,476 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,476 miles
    Test number
    988418115180
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Fail89,468 miles (+6,142)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,468 miles
    Test number
    305938415183
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass83,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,326 miles
    Test number
    297974814106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,326 miles (+8,342)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,326 miles
    Test number
    839474414196
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass74,984 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,984 miles
    Test number
    257083993051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,298 miles (+5,757)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    70,298 miles
    Test number
    749425782004
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteDoorsteps corroded

  19. Pass64,541 miles (+6,819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    64,541 miles
    Test number
    198202781497
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass57,722 miles (+23,639)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    57,722 miles
    Test number
    591733080079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,083 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,083 miles
    Test number
    540459389090
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass34,083 miles (+9,109)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,083 miles
    Test number
    694269389040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,974 miles (+4,712)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,974 miles
    Test number
    990678488085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,262 miles (+4,533)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    20,262 miles
    Test number
    671068287047
    • NoteClutch not clearing properly
    • NoteHandbrake travel at up most limit

  25. Pass15,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,729 miles
    Test number
    113636886077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 TRY

Does L90 TRY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TRY is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TRY?
The MOT on L90 TRY is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 TRY done?
L90 TRY was recorded at 143,815 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2026, an average of 6,344 miles a year.
Has L90 TRY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TRY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 TRY 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 TRY find?
L90 TRY passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: shock absorbers has light misting of oil both front shocks.

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