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Grey · Diesel · 1995 · 2,495 cc

L90 XTDMOT history

L90 XTD is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 7 Jun 1995. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 140,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

L90 XTD grey Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,459 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 XTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
7 Jun 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 XTD was last recorded at 140,459 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 4,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jan 2014: 11,880 miles, lower than 110,872 miles on 12 Jan 2013.

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
136,188 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,271 miles
Average per year
2,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,459 miles
  • 2025 – 136,188 miles
  • 2024 – 132,319 miles
  • 2023 – 128,783 miles
  • 2022 – 124,266 miles
  • 2021 – 120,883 miles
  • 2020 – 116,536 miles
  • 2019 – 115,958 miles
  • 2018 – 115,910 miles
  • 2017 – 115,344 miles
  • 2016 – 114,654 miles
  • 2015 – 113,550 miles
  • 2014 – 111,916 miles
  • 2013 – 110,872 miles
  • 2012 – 108,398 miles
  • 2011 – 107,215 miles
  • 2010 – 105,980 miles
  • 2009 – 102,072 miles
  • 2008 – 95,496 miles
  • 2007 – 90,825 miles
  • 2006 – 81,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,459 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under body

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,459 miles (+4,271)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,459 miles
    Test number
    699502054066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass136,188 miles (+3,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,188 miles
    Test number
    682808208480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  3. Pass132,319 miles (+3,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    132,319 miles
    Test number
    485256599874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  4. Pass128,783 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,783 miles
    Test number
    293624813206
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under body (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  5. Fail128,783 miles (+4,517)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,783 miles
    Test number
    527905729923
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes under body (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  6. Pass124,266 miles (+3,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    124,266 miles
    Test number
    695384300697
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass120,883 miles (+4,347)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    120,883 miles
    Test number
    578582067978
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass116,536 miles (+578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,536 miles
    Test number
    365088591090
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass115,958 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    115,958 miles
    Test number
    940022809442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,910 miles (+566)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    115,910 miles
    Test number
    472541765490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,344 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,344 miles
    Test number
    906149781063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass114,654 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    114,654 miles
    Test number
    511857437034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,550 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    113,550 miles
    Test number
    125777625493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,916 miles (+14,882)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,916 miles
    Test number
    135222944455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail97,034 miles (+85,154)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,034 miles
    Test number
    297057314011
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  16. Fail11,880 miles (-98,992)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,880 miles
    Test number
    405675714036
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
  17. Pass110,872 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    110,872 miles
    Test number
    877692613032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass108,398 miles (+1,183)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    108,398 miles
    Test number
    386478522027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass107,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    627820621006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,215 miles (+1,235)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,215 miles
    Test number
    435180321098
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  21. Pass105,980 miles (+3,908)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    304319410083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass102,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    102,072 miles
    Test number
    154057129482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,072 miles (+6,576)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,072 miles
    Test number
    293807629033
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
  24. Pass95,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    95,496 miles
    Test number
    760915428000
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  25. Fail95,496 miles (+4,671)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,496 miles
    Test number
    380421128056
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass90,825 miles (+8,833)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    90,825 miles
    Test number
    432544327059
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  27. Pass81,992 miles (+427)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    81,992 miles
    Test number
    361041136092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail81,565 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,565 miles
    Test number
    190786826027
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about L90 XTD

Does L90 XTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L90 XTD is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L90 XTD?
The MOT on L90 XTD is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L90 XTD done?
L90 XTD was recorded at 140,459 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 2,946 miles a year.
Has L90 XTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 XTD has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on L90 XTD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Jan 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L90 XTD find?
L90 XTD passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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