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Land Rover Defender

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,528 cc

S90 DEFMOT history

S90 DEF is a blue petrol Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 84,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2026.

S90 DEF blue 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 16 Sept 2027
Mileage
84,459 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2008
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,384 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 DEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,528 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 DEF was last recorded at 84,459 miles on 9 Sept 2008, 7,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2007.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,460 miles · 27 Jun 2007
Between the last two tests
7,999 miles
Average per year
8,384 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2008 – 84,459 miles
  • 2007 – 76,460 miles
  • 2006 – 64,926 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    687488060270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    276739260211
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926113217792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    296511206013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    596816752443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    596195660616
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    164612706092
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip that's started to crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. FailMileage not read2 dangerous13 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    399225768098
    • DangerousNearside Front Split right across about to fall off and could hit another road user ie motorbike rider
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Jet blocked (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip that's started to crack (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    484076478677
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    860428707035
    • DangerousBrake fluid not visible in reservoir (1.1.10 (d) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by top of shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by front of torsion bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    454222573507
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. FailMileage not read3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    765710479226
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    572872407873
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. FailMileage not read3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    497131499638
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    278368579546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  16. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    470450007304
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. FailMileage not read2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    833637866013
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play steering box arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  18. PassMileage not read3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    745812015173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. PassMileage not read5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    105966484429
    • AdvisoryBall joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  20. PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    807559353056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  21. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    866978133098
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn
    • NoteWiper blades splitting

  22. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    227303002443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. FailMileage not read3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    458772102112
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteUnable to read vehicle mileage

  24. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    147732741082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. FailMileage not read4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    328104531001
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    650786970000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass84,459 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    84,459 miles
    Test number
    571843758204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail84,459 miles (+7,999)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,459 miles
    Test number
    450803958228
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  29. Pass76,460 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    76,460 miles
    Test number
    452918377163
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail76,378 miles (+11,452)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,378 miles
    Test number
    994692177149
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteOffside mirror cracked

  31. Pass64,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,926 miles
    Test number
    362622236178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 DEF

Does S90 DEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 DEF is valid until 16 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 DEF?
The MOT on S90 DEF is valid until 16 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 DEF done?
S90 DEF was recorded at 84,459 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2008, an average of 8,384 miles a year.
Has S90 DEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 DEF has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S90 DEF 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 DEF find?
S90 DEF passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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