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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1997 · 2,495 cc

L90 TWOMOT history

L90 TWO is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 17 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 130,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

L90 TWO red Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,240 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 TWO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
17 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 TWO was last recorded at 130,240 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,065 miles · 13 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
175 miles
Average per year
4,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,240 miles
  • 2024 – 122,357 miles
  • 2023 – 116,320 miles
  • 2022 – 109,790 miles
  • 2021 – 108,561 miles
  • 2020 – 107,006 miles
  • 2019 – 104,423 miles
  • 2018 – 103,067 miles
  • 2017 – 101,149 miles
  • 2016 – 98,858 miles
  • 2014 – 92,151 miles
  • 2013 – 84,462 miles
  • 2012 – 77,155 miles
  • 2011 – 71,032 miles
  • 2010 – 64,621 miles
  • 2009 – 59,409 miles
  • 2008 – 54,872 miles
  • 2007 – 52,128 miles
  • 2006 – 47,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,240 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides fronts (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area covered in excessive amount of underseal chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,240 miles (+175)2 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,240 miles
    Test number
    385903999481
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both fronts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering component mounting prescribed area covered in excessive amount of underseal chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail130,065 miles (+7,708)9 major2 repaired2 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,065 miles
    Test number
    617330986672
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking engine bay (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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 Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play both fronts (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever travel high

  3. Pass122,357 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    122,357 miles
    Test number
    706466255209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    721010513994
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassi (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,320 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    116,320 miles
    Test number
    568890912682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail116,319 miles (+6,529)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,319 miles
    Test number
    982963885442
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings steering damper bush (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced central crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass109,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,790 miles
    Test number
    848381087379
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rears (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Fail109,790 miles (+1,229)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,790 miles
    Test number
    218877062731
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rears (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass108,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    307668398679
    • AdvisoryChassis undersealed

  10. Fail108,561 miles (+30)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,561 miles
    Test number
    497092402063
    • MajorRear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt trailing arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChassis undersealed

  11. Fail108,531 miles (+1,525)4 dangerous6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,531 miles
    Test number
    810214202660
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected shock (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected shock (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousVehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded steering box (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass107,006 miles (+2,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,006 miles
    Test number
    664266675017
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass104,423 miles (+1,356)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,423 miles
    Test number
    482099951715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass103,067 miles (+1,918)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,067 miles
    Test number
    292642038453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,149 miles (+2,291)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,149 miles
    Test number
    575474520931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,858 miles (+6,707)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,858 miles
    Test number
    749912526342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,151 miles (+7,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,151 miles
    Test number
    528300914356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass84,462 miles (+7,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,462 miles
    Test number
    687110313314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass77,155 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,155 miles
    Test number
    479130712435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Fail77,155 miles (+6,123)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,155 miles
    Test number
    625260012343
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass71,032 miles (+6,411)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,032 miles
    Test number
    627094311386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc surface rusted
    • NoteSuspect offside rear caliper faulty

  22. Pass64,621 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    64,621 miles
    Test number
    152243010307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass59,409 miles (+4,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    59,409 miles
    Test number
    201160329310
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  24. Pass54,872 miles (+2,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,872 miles
    Test number
    563306018350
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass52,128 miles (+4,330)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    52,128 miles
    Test number
    874267917359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  26. Fail47,798 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    424283516430
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass47,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    464123816373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L90 TWO

Does L90 TWO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 TWO is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 TWO?
The MOT on L90 TWO is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 TWO done?
L90 TWO was recorded at 130,240 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 4,238 miles a year.
Has L90 TWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 TWO has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 TWO 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 TWO find?
L90 TWO passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 16 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides fronts, and 15 more.

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