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Land Rover Defender

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

S90 CDOMOT history

S90 CDO is a black diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 135,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2025.

S90 CDO black Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
135,682 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 CDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 CDO was last recorded at 135,682 miles on 22 Oct 2025, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Mar 2008: 76,191 miles, lower than 677,658 miles on 8 Mar 2007.
  • 3 Apr 2009: 84,139 miles, lower than 762,060 miles on 31 Mar 2008.
  • 20 Apr 2012: 98,692 miles, lower than 947,784 miles on 18 Apr 2011.

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
135,637 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
45 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,682 miles
  • 2024 – 130,979 miles
  • 2023 – 127,778 miles
  • 2022 – 123,418 miles
  • 2021 – 118,941 miles
  • 2020 – 115,831 miles
  • 2019 – 112,595 miles
  • 2018 – 108,760 miles
  • 2017 – 102,718 miles
  • 2016 – 102,666 miles
  • 2013 – 100,840 miles
  • 2012 – 98,692 miles
  • 2011 – 947,784 miles
  • 2009 – 84,150 miles
  • 2008 – 762,060 miles
  • 2007 – 677,658 miles
  • 2006 – 615,853 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,682 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,682 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    135,682 miles
    Test number
    526311858063
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,637 miles (+4,658)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,637 miles
    Test number
    391241058184
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine and Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,979 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,979 miles
    Test number
    976703100867
    • AdvisoryBrake peddle has a lot travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail130,967 miles (+3,189)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,967 miles
    Test number
    577297538133
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pin missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass127,778 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,778 miles
    Test number
    319477637593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,774 miles (+4,356)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,774 miles
    Test number
    821436602198
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Pass123,418 miles (+4,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    123,418 miles
    Test number
    349385037248
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass118,941 miles (+3,110)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    118,941 miles
    Test number
    589615344902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass115,831 miles (+3,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,831 miles
    Test number
    983065065110
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass112,595 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    112,595 miles
    Test number
    223957151610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,760 miles (+6,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    108,760 miles
    Test number
    526021126120
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass102,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,718 miles
    Test number
    692002612486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail102,718 miles (+52)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,718 miles
    Test number
    504806252501
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  14. Pass102,666 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,666 miles
    Test number
    592813580986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,641 miles (+1,801)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,641 miles
    Test number
    988954941667
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported to starter motor rubbing on front prop (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle on full left hand lock (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisorySteering damper has slight play in bush

  16. Pass100,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    607186453060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail100,840 miles (+2,148)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    187801353046
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass98,692 miles (-849,092)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    98,692 miles
    Test number
    287161412185
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteDrivers seatin poor condition

  19. Pass947,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    947,784 miles
    Test number
    399418701145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail947,784 miles (+863,634)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    947,784 miles
    Test number
    579107691009
    • FailureFront Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass84,150 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    84,150 miles
    Test number
    222707019194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,139 miles (-677,921)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,139 miles
    Test number
    361883799008
    • FailureFront Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from steering box

  23. Pass762,060 miles (+685,869)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    762,060 miles
    Test number
    180631498420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail76,191 miles (-601,467)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    893127588029
    • FailureFront Panhard rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Steering damper deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

  25. Pass677,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    677,658 miles
    Test number
    484077167064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail677,658 miles (+61,805)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    677,658 miles
    Test number
    171675567052
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

  27. Pass615,853 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    615,853 miles
    Test number
    560534876046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

Questions about S90 CDO

Does S90 CDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S90 CDO expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S90 CDO?
The MOT on S90 CDO expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S90 CDO done?
S90 CDO was recorded at 135,682 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2025.
Has S90 CDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 CDO has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S90 CDO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 27 Mar 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S90 CDO find?
S90 CDO passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive engine and transmission.

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