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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Diesel · 1994 · 2,495 cc

L90 WBRMOT history

L90 WBR is a blue diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 14 Nov 1994. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

L90 WBR blue 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 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
132,659 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 WBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
14 Nov 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 WBR was last recorded at 132,659 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 2,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,921 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,738 miles
Average per year
2,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,659 miles
  • 2025 – 129,921 miles
  • 2024 – 126,338 miles
  • 2022 – 121,390 miles
  • 2021 – 112,641 miles
  • 2020 – 108,934 miles
  • 2019 – 107,417 miles
  • 2018 – 105,553 miles
  • 2017 – 102,128 miles
  • 2016 – 100,289 miles
  • 2015 – 98,113 miles
  • 2014 – 97,640 miles
  • 2013 – 96,511 miles
  • 2012 – 95,336 miles
  • 2011 – 93,230 miles
  • 2010 – 90,541 miles
  • 2009 – 87,861 miles
  • 2008 – 84,330 miles
  • 2007 – 80,535 miles
  • 2006 – 76,863 miles
  • 2005 – 72,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,659 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front too back both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal sphere (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all (5.2.3 (f))
  • AdvisorySlight handbrake travel

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear prop shaft front joint fixing missing, however secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,659 miles (+2,738)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    132,659 miles
    Test number
    150447370924
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front too back both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive hub seal sphere (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch all (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight handbrake travel
  2. Pass129,921 miles (+3,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    129,921 miles
    Test number
    460201443202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass126,338 miles (+4,948)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,338 miles
    Test number
    352275620288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,390 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    121,390 miles
    Test number
    670227037819
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft front joint fixing missing, however secure
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  5. Fail121,387 miles (+8,746)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,387 miles
    Test number
    742601471712
    • DangerousSteering linkage ball joint modified such that the steering is adversely affected Steering box drop arm inadequately spaced so that drop arm is fouling steering box body (2.1.3 (f) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high Frontal wing damage (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint has excessive play Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSteering locking device missing Steering box drop arm split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Steering box drop arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft front joint fixing missing, however secure
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  6. Pass112,641 miles (+3,707)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,641 miles
    Test number
    960091313068
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch
  7. Pass108,934 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,934 miles
    Test number
    136202280039
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis corroded
  8. Fail108,897 miles (+1,480)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,897 miles
    Test number
    196099759922
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear of arch above body mount area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear of front arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis outrigger multiple holes (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion through out
  9. Pass107,417 miles (+1,864)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    107,417 miles
    Test number
    564495497032
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rearmost joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt rearmost joint (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass105,553 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,553 miles
    Test number
    275776504407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass102,128 miles (+1,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,128 miles
    Test number
    228734769893
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
  12. Pass100,289 miles (+2,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,289 miles
    Test number
    508938252668
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass98,113 miles (+473)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    98,113 miles
    Test number
    738438743960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    97,640 miles
    Test number
    768721314368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,640 miles (+1,129)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,640 miles
    Test number
    475919004456
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
  16. Pass96,511 miles (+1,175)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,511 miles
    Test number
    585118303323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,336 miles (+2,106)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    95,336 miles
    Test number
    529647402344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,230 miles (+2,689)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    93,230 miles
    Test number
    964815261170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,541 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    90,541 miles
    Test number
    723401600342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass87,861 miles (+3,531)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    87,861 miles
    Test number
    912663809310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,330 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    84,330 miles
    Test number
    363657998415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass80,535 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    80,535 miles
    Test number
    333855487451
    • NoteN/S/R & O/S/F brake pipes showing corrosion.
  23. Fail80,533 miles (+3,670)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,533 miles
    Test number
    203854287269
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/S/R & O/S/F brake pipes showing corrosion.
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/f metal brake showing corrosion
  24. Pass76,863 miles (+4,262)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    76,863 miles
    Test number
    770069096204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass72,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    72,601 miles
    Test number
    434403215376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 WBR

Does L90 WBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 WBR is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 WBR?
The MOT on L90 WBR is valid until 13 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 WBR done?
L90 WBR was recorded at 132,659 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 2,940 miles a year.
Has L90 WBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 WBR has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L90 WBR 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 WBR find?
L90 WBR passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; front oil leak, but not excessive diff; front oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 8 more.

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