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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 2,495 cc

L90 XDLMOT history

L90 XDL is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

L90 XDL black 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 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
131,826 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 XDL
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
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 XDL was last recorded at 131,826 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,768 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
4,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,826 miles
  • 2024 – 125,745 miles
  • 2023 – 124,850 miles
  • 2022 – 122,345 miles
  • 2021 – 120,136 miles
  • 2019 – 114,928 miles
  • 2017 – 112,197 miles
  • 2016 – 108,859 miles
  • 2015 – 105,098 miles
  • 2014 – 102,522 miles
  • 2013 – 98,394 miles
  • 2012 – 94,643 miles
  • 2011 – 87,340 miles
  • 2010 – 80,804 miles
  • 2009 – 75,134 miles
  • 2008 – 63,487 miles
  • 2007 – 53,837 miles
  • 2006 – 35,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,826 miles

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside rear valve stem perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Stop lamp(s) all not working

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,826 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    131,826 miles
    Test number
    103496788462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass131,768 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    131,768 miles
    Test number
    155988312507
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear valve stem perished

  3. Fail131,768 miles (+6,023)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,768 miles
    Test number
    776203702655
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear valve stem perished

  4. Pass125,745 miles (+895)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    125,745 miles
    Test number
    806171053469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,850 miles (+440)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    124,850 miles
    Test number
    381021851423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,410 miles (+2,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,410 miles
    Test number
    990386151794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Swivel hub has slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Swivel hub has slight oil leak

  7. Pass122,345 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    122,345 miles
    Test number
    801964471598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,339 miles (+2,203)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,339 miles
    Test number
    653956402671
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorSteering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt pitman joint (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass120,136 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,136 miles
    Test number
    988662763603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,134 miles (+5,206)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,134 miles
    Test number
    685508795753
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn A frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal antislip in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront and rear propshaft U/Js in poor condition

  11. Pass114,928 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,928 miles
    Test number
    123623637795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail114,924 miles (+2,727)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,924 miles
    Test number
    967235751733
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength REAR ANTI ROLL BAR D BUSH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S AND O/S REAR BUMPER FRAME (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper corroded lower section
    • AdvisoryRear brake 70% worn
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust gas leaking on joint

  13. Pass112,197 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,197 miles
    Test number
    574927376561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corrosion

  14. Fail112,196 miles (+3,337)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,196 miles
    Test number
    632198398335
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear chassis corrosion

  15. Pass108,859 miles (+3,761)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,859 miles
    Test number
    998512317443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,098 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,098 miles
    Test number
    251772393858
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides / inner face pitted (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail105,098 miles (+2,576)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,098 miles
    Test number
    108869657844
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides / inner face pitted (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass102,522 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,522 miles
    Test number
    737314294257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust System Rusty

  19. Fail102,522 miles (+4,128)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,522 miles
    Test number
    939234294210
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteExhaust System Rusty

  20. Pass98,394 miles (+3,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    398491563464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass94,643 miles (+7,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,643 miles
    Test number
    725788162215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass87,340 miles (+6,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    87,340 miles
    Test number
    985762371279
    • 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. Pass80,804 miles (+5,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,804 miles
    Test number
    511656860271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Fail75,134 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,134 miles
    Test number
    111488569207
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass75,134 miles (+11,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,134 miles
    Test number
    384148169259
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass63,487 miles (+9,650)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    63,487 miles
    Test number
    444210688225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass53,837 miles (+18,614)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,837 miles
    Test number
    220488447214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass35,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,223 miles
    Test number
    740552336135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L90 XDL

Does L90 XDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 XDL is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L90 XDL?
The MOT on L90 XDL is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 XDL done?
L90 XDL was recorded at 131,826 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,940 miles a year.
Has L90 XDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 XDL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on L90 XDL 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 XDL find?
L90 XDL passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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