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Green · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L90 WAFMOT history

L90 WAF is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 233,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

L90 WAF green 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 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
233,331 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 WAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 WAF was last recorded at 233,331 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 4,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,543 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,788 miles
Average per year
4,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 233,331 miles
  • 2025 – 228,543 miles
  • 2024 – 224,541 miles
  • 2023 – 220,184 miles
  • 2022 – 218,420 miles
  • 2021 – 216,027 miles
  • 2019 – 211,859 miles
  • 2018 – 206,248 miles
  • 2017 – 203,898 miles
  • 2016 – 200,332 miles
  • 2015 – 191,050 miles
  • 2014 – 185,961 miles
  • 2013 – 179,698 miles
  • 2012 – 172,864 miles
  • 2011 – 165,924 miles
  • 2010 – 159,193 miles
  • 2009 – 151,686 miles
  • 2008 – 144,168 miles
  • 2007 – 137,911 miles
  • 2006 – 132,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass233,331 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Indicator tell-tale inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Indicator tell-tale inoperative dash lamp inop

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass233,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    233,331 miles
    Test number
    656452059051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail233,331 miles (+4,788)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,331 miles
    Test number
    589309135993
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass228,543 miles (+4,002)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    228,543 miles
    Test number
    105576070973
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded NSF & OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both osf & nsf (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass224,541 miles (+4,357)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    224,541 miles
    Test number
    496916581052
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement panhard rod bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass220,184 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    220,184 miles
    Test number
    652691241916
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative dash lamp inop (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail220,182 miles (+1,762)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,182 miles
    Test number
    310614319754
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play steering box arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative dash lamp inop (4.9.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass218,420 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    218,420 miles
    Test number
    678898688505
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail218,412 miles (+2,385)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,412 miles
    Test number
    991043223278
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high headlamp retaining ring corroded/broken (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt steering box drag link end. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass216,027 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    216,027 miles
    Test number
    843984379706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail216,014 miles (+28)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,014 miles
    Test number
    772321559676
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Fail215,986 miles (+4,127)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,986 miles
    Test number
    932116629580
    • DangerousNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired holes by tow bar at rear in 2 places (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired crack and hold through chassis just by mid (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting holes by tow bar at rear in 3 places (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass211,859 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    211,859 miles
    Test number
    778939593875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Fail211,859 miles (+5,611)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,859 miles
    Test number
    468860704241
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Outrigger (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSteering locking device ineffective Steering box lock tabs not folded over. (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Pass206,248 miles (+2,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    206,248 miles
    Test number
    128166850120
    • AdvisoryChassis is corroded.

  15. Pass203,898 miles (+3,566)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    203,898 miles
    Test number
    405000645019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass200,332 miles (+9,282)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    200,332 miles
    Test number
    564054846075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryChassis corrosion
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded

  17. Pass191,050 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    191,050 miles
    Test number
    218719575065
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChassis has various areas of corrosion

  18. Fail191,050 miles (+5,089)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,050 miles
    Test number
    816189675058
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteChassis has various areas of corrosion

  19. Pass185,961 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    185,961 miles
    Test number
    828591774049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail185,959 miles (+6,261)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,959 miles
    Test number
    157169264494
    • FailureIntermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Pass179,698 miles (+6,834)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    179,698 miles
    Test number
    458207973038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Trailing arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass172,864 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    172,864 miles
    Test number
    748582972080
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  23. Fail172,864 miles (+6,940)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,864 miles
    Test number
    629752172090
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  24. Pass165,924 miles (+79)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    165,924 miles
    Test number
    329524271078
    • NoteOffside top of bulkhead corroded

  25. Fail165,845 miles (+6,652)1 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,845 miles
    Test number
    138163861489
    • DangerousLower Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureVehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  26. Pass159,193 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    159,193 miles
    Test number
    851216150049
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLower Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  27. Fail159,193 miles (+7,507)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,193 miles
    Test number
    314176550015
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryLower Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  28. Pass151,686 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    151,686 miles
    Test number
    403365769072
    • AdvisoryLower Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  29. Fail151,686 miles (+7,518)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,686 miles
    Test number
    600415869098
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryLower Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  30. Pass144,168 miles (+6,257)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    144,168 miles
    Test number
    661656468040
    • NoteRake pipes greased

  31. Pass137,911 miles (+5,581)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    137,911 miles
    Test number
    664470657010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass132,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    132,330 miles
    Test number
    520069566049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 WAF

Does L90 WAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 WAF is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 WAF?
The MOT on L90 WAF is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 WAF done?
L90 WAF was recorded at 233,331 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,900 miles a year.
Has L90 WAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 WAF has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 WAF 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 WAF find?
L90 WAF passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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