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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 WDRMOT history

L90 WDR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 167,899 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2025.

L90 WDR green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Land Rover Defender, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2026
Mileage
167,899 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 WDR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2026
Latest MOT test
31 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 WDR was last recorded at 167,899 miles on 31 May 2025, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Dec 2010: 83,857 miles, lower than 838,575 miles on 20 Dec 2010.

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
167,871 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
6,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,899 miles
  • 2024 – 162,594 miles
  • 2023 – 162,515 miles
  • 2020 – 153,915 miles
  • 2019 – 149,375 miles
  • 2018 – 146,936 miles
  • 2017 – 140,730 miles
  • 2016 – 133,043 miles
  • 2015 – 125,443 miles
  • 2014 – 118,650 miles
  • 2013 – 110,192 miles
  • 2012 – 100,863 miles
  • 2011 – 91,831 miles
  • 2010 – 83,857 miles
  • 2009 – 75,375 miles
  • 2008 – 67,076 miles
  • 2007 – 59,251 miles
  • 2006 – 50,005 miles
  • 2005 – 39,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,899 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Underside of vehicle covered in underseal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,899 miles (+28)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    167,899 miles
    Test number
    126004071355
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail167,871 miles (+5,277)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,871 miles
    Test number
    335427854429
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front axle ball seals leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass162,594 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2025
    Odometer
    162,594 miles
    Test number
    485642009129
    • AdvisorySlight leak from power steering

  4. Fail162,553 miles (+18)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,553 miles
    Test number
    822586813144
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail162,535 miles (+20)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,535 miles
    Test number
    739574740662
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail162,515 miles (+14)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,515 miles
    Test number
    148508801250
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inadequate repair (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device missing drag link ball joint split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inadequate repair (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device missing drag link ball joint split pin (2.1.3 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Axle swivel joint worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySwivel joints leaking

  7. Fail162,501 miles (+8,586)17 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,501 miles
    Test number
    357438688967
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective fuel cap will not tighten to seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play forward of pair (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis - spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Out Rigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rigid pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front swivel joint housings leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play rear of pair (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Bump stop missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside undersealed

  8. Pass153,915 miles (+4,540)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    153,915 miles
    Test number
    217012120857
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both sides (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySwivel joint housings leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal

  9. Pass149,375 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    149,375 miles
    Test number
    882458184594
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySwivel joint seals weeping slightly both sides
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal

  10. Fail149,375 miles (+2,439)6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,375 miles
    Test number
    675269624652
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play steering box drop arm ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySwivel joint seals weeping slightly both sides
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle covered in underseal

  11. Pass146,936 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    146,936 miles
    Test number
    807585396979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch and brake pedal ant-slip rubbers heavily worn

  12. Fail146,932 miles (+6,202)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,932 miles
    Test number
    243892016502
    • DangerousOffside Drag link end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryClutch and brake pedal ant-slip rubbers heavily worn

  13. Pass140,730 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    140,730 miles
    Test number
    854609272065
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass cracked

  14. Fail140,725 miles (+7,682)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,725 miles
    Test number
    634289856472
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror glass cracked

  15. Pass133,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    133,043 miles
    Test number
    541391292486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail133,043 miles (+7,600)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,043 miles
    Test number
    217671943411
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass125,443 miles (+6,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    125,443 miles
    Test number
    615240748669
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight leak on sterring box

  18. Pass118,650 miles (+8,458)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    118,650 miles
    Test number
    727203154393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass110,192 miles (+9,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    110,192 miles
    Test number
    985814553367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass100,863 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    100,863 miles
    Test number
    425736652345
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSpare wheel studs purtruding out off back door

  21. Fail100,863 miles (+9,032)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,863 miles
    Test number
    955025152341
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureInner Front Seat belt attachment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSpare wheel studs purtruding out off back door

  22. Pass91,831 miles (+7,974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    91,831 miles
    Test number
    235459341350
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  23. Pass83,857 miles (-754,718)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    83,857 miles
    Test number
    701355750348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail838,575 miles (+763,200)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    838,575 miles
    Test number
    140464950324
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass75,375 miles (+8,299)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    75,375 miles
    Test number
    973158349313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass67,076 miles (+7,825)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    67,076 miles
    Test number
    712651158358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass59,251 miles (+9,246)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    59,251 miles
    Test number
    251794457398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass50,005 miles (+10,419)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    50,005 miles
    Test number
    591647946380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass39,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    39,586 miles
    Test number
    952534055341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 WDR

Does L90 WDR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 WDR expired on 30 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 WDR?
The MOT on L90 WDR expired on 30 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 WDR done?
L90 WDR was recorded at 167,899 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2025, an average of 6,599 miles a year.
Has L90 WDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 WDR has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 WDR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Dec 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 WDR find?
L90 WDR passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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