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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

S90 AARMOT history

S90 AAR is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 10 Feb 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 164,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

S90 AAR green 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 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
164,679 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 AAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 AAR was last recorded at 164,679 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 2,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,788 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,891 miles
Average per year
5,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,679 miles
  • 2025 – 161,788 miles
  • 2024 – 158,236 miles
  • 2023 – 153,688 miles
  • 2022 – 153,027 miles
  • 2021 – 151,357 miles
  • 2020 – 146,997 miles
  • 2019 – 143,675 miles
  • 2018 – 141,450 miles
  • 2017 – 138,479 miles
  • 2016 – 136,975 miles
  • 2015 – 135,376 miles
  • 2014 – 132,849 miles
  • 2013 – 123,481 miles
  • 2012 – 110,724 miles
  • 2011 – 98,349 miles
  • 2010 – 85,389 miles
  • 2009 – 85,364 miles
  • 2008 – 76,319 miles
  • 2007 – 68,184 miles
  • 2006 – 61,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,679 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Both front swivel joints weeping oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Hand brake warning lamp intermittant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Oil around hub

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,679 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    164,679 miles
    Test number
    415851277648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail164,679 miles (+2,891)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,679 miles
    Test number
    120980101413
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt installation has cut and/or reworked original webbing (10.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass161,788 miles (+3,552)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    161,788 miles
    Test number
    700068137060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    158,236 miles
    Test number
    598527093044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail158,232 miles (+4,544)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,232 miles
    Test number
    840354546665
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system drivers seat area (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass153,688 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    153,688 miles
    Test number
    384910211450
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints weeping oil
    • AdvisoryHand brake warning lamp intermittant

  7. Fail153,688 miles (+661)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,688 miles
    Test number
    616888492738
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front swivel joints weeping oil
    • AdvisoryHand brake warning lamp intermittant

  8. Pass153,027 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    153,027 miles
    Test number
    648770587455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass151,357 miles (+4,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    151,357 miles
    Test number
    250334600627
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR AXLE BUMP STOP MISSING
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass146,997 miles (+3,322)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    146,997 miles
    Test number
    925703722405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass143,675 miles (+2,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,675 miles
    Test number
    472344629193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass141,450 miles (+2,971)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    141,450 miles
    Test number
    787885271157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass138,479 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,479 miles
    Test number
    682165698203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil around hub

  14. Fail138,479 miles (+1,504)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,479 miles
    Test number
    697613035691
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil around hub

  15. Pass136,975 miles (+1,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    136,975 miles
    Test number
    522260677038
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil forming around nearside front hub

  16. Pass135,376 miles (+2,527)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    135,376 miles
    Test number
    327451595186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass132,849 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,849 miles
    Test number
    375643904470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear service brake efficiency only just met.It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

  18. Fail132,849 miles (+9,368)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,849 miles
    Test number
    895323504272
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass123,481 miles (+12,757)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    123,481 miles
    Test number
    555560153074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass110,724 miles (+12,375)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    110,724 miles
    Test number
    699064542083
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass98,349 miles (+12,960)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    98,349 miles
    Test number
    135767541029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,389 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    85,389 miles
    Test number
    922954350038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    85,364 miles
    Test number
    750757129191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail85,364 miles (+9,045)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,364 miles
    Test number
    974177029121
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass76,319 miles (+8)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    76,319 miles
    Test number
    382375818153
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExcess play in steering damper bush

  26. Fail76,311 miles (+8,127)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,311 miles
    Test number
    782103818138
    • FailureNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExcess play in steering damper bush

  27. Pass68,184 miles (+7,023)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,184 miles
    Test number
    710115317192
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inside edge, cut in tread.

  28. Pass61,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    930589926186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 AAR

Does S90 AAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 AAR is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 AAR?
The MOT on S90 AAR is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 AAR done?
S90 AAR was recorded at 164,679 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 5,099 miles a year.
Has S90 AAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 AAR has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S90 AAR 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 S90 AAR find?
S90 AAR passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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