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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 WHPMOT history

L90 WHP is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 176,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

L90 WHP black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2026
Mileage
176,747 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 WHP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

L90 WHP was last recorded at 176,747 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,573 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,174 miles
Average per year
6,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,747 miles
  • 2025 – 175,573 miles
  • 2023 – 173,738 miles
  • 2022 – 167,750 miles
  • 2020 – 161,361 miles
  • 2018 – 154,150 miles
  • 2017 – 144,627 miles
  • 2016 – 142,972 miles
  • 2015 – 139,181 miles
  • 2014 – 127,387 miles
  • 2013 – 114,844 miles
  • 2012 – 107,048 miles
  • 2011 – 99,756 miles
  • 2009 – 83,369 miles
  • 2008 – 66,854 miles
  • 2007 – 63,403 miles
  • 2006 – 52,384 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail176,747 miles
  • DangerousCentral Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected Drag link bent and rubbing on differential (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure tubular outrigger (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure Due to chassis corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Body mounting fixings missing tubular outrigger (6.2.2 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis is corroded in various places from front to back on both chassis rails and various crossmembers and outriggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorVehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis is deformed by rear trailing arm mountings and front dumb irons (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Trailing arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 22 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail176,747 miles (+1,174)1 dangerous13 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,747 miles
    Test number
    829953995108
    • DangerousCentral Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected Drag link bent and rubbing on differential (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Body mounting fixings insecure tubular outrigger (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure Due to chassis corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body mounting fixings missing tubular outrigger (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis is corroded in various places from front to back on both chassis rails and various crossmembers and outriggers (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis is deformed by rear trailing arm mountings and front dumb irons (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened Trailing arm bent (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass175,573 miles (+1,835)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    175,573 miles
    Test number
    119568785798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass173,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    173,738 miles
    Test number
    792028568803
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail173,738 miles (+5,988)2 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,738 miles
    Test number
    382413383333
    • DangerousOffside Front Axle swivel joint so worn or insecure in a stub axle that directional stability is impaired (5.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousPassenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis / shock absorber turret mount / brake hose mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis / shock absorber turret mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass167,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    167,750 miles
    Test number
    631257671378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail167,750 miles (+6,389)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,750 miles
    Test number
    292538033687
    • DangerousSteering box sector shaft worn to the extent that functionality is affected (2.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass161,361 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    161,361 miles
    Test number
    784850916774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail161,190 miles (+7,040)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,190 miles
    Test number
    869550966428
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis legs (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass154,150 miles (+9,523)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    154,150 miles
    Test number
    815480786504
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear upper bump stops missing

  10. Pass144,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    144,627 miles
    Test number
    141014559835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail144,626 miles (+1,654)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,626 miles
    Test number
    575347622225
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  12. Pass142,972 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    142,972 miles
    Test number
    881977308429
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail142,959 miles (+3,778)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,959 miles
    Test number
    324839050499
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass139,181 miles (+2)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    139,181 miles
    Test number
    397243975090
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteWiper blades splittimg
    • NoteWiper motor fault

  15. Fail139,179 miles (+11,792)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,179 miles
    Test number
    986611275070
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust deteriorated
    • NoteWiper blades splittimg
    • NoteWiper motor fault

  16. Pass127,387 miles (+1)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    127,387 miles
    Test number
    147735604186
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear cross member corroded

  17. Fail127,386 miles (+12,542)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,386 miles
    Test number
    446904504167
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear cross member corroded

  18. Pass114,844 miles (+4)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    114,844 miles
    Test number
    907295593001
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteRear valance corroded

  19. Fail114,840 miles (+7,792)6 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,840 miles
    Test number
    295964083040
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking
    • NoteRear valance corroded

  20. Pass107,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    107,048 miles
    Test number
    506704562122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail107,048 miles (+7,292)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,048 miles
    Test number
    358034962181
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass99,756 miles (+3)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    99,756 miles
    Test number
    909398101103
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip missing

  23. Fail99,753 miles (+16,384)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,753 miles
    Test number
    849729591004
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering damper damaged and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteClutch pedal anti slip missing

  24. Pass83,369 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    83,369 miles
    Test number
    654341409361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,368 miles (+16,514)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,368 miles
    Test number
    462665499230
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

  26. Pass66,854 miles (+3,451)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    66,854 miles
    Test number
    593398818370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass63,403 miles (+4,203)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    63,403 miles
    Test number
    420148117338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass59,200 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    59,200 miles
    Test number
    130819327105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail59,194 miles (+6,810)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,194 miles
    Test number
    340248227127
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass52,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,384 miles
    Test number
    244772646442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 WHP

Does L90 WHP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 WHP expired on 9 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 WHP?
The MOT on L90 WHP expired on 9 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 WHP done?
L90 WHP was recorded at 176,747 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 6,116 miles a year.
Has L90 WHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 WHP has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L90 WHP 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 WHP find?
L90 WHP failed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 13 major defects and 8 advisories: central front steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected drag link bent and rubbing on differential; central front seat belt missing; nearside body mounting fixings insecure tubular outrigger, and 19 more.

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