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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,495 cc

S90 NODMOT history

S90 NOD is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 216,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

S90 NOD red 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 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
216,270 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 NOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 NOD was last recorded at 216,270 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,267 miles · 30 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 216,270 miles
  • 2024 – 216,267 miles
  • 2023 – 216,238 miles
  • 2022 – 216,233 miles
  • 2021 – 216,168 miles
  • 2020 – 216,056 miles
  • 2019 – 214,333 miles
  • 2018 – 209,447 miles
  • 2017 – 204,982 miles
  • 2016 – 199,526 miles
  • 2015 – 197,572 miles
  • 2014 – 183,997 miles
  • 2013 – 176,916 miles
  • 2012 – 169,435 miles
  • 2011 – 160,665 miles
  • 2010 – 153,203 miles
  • 2009 – 146,534 miles
  • 2007 – 133,129 miles
  • 2006 – 115,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,270 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal pinion seal (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass216,270 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    216,270 miles
    Test number
    762617355336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass216,267 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    216,267 miles
    Test number
    317683637905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass216,238 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    216,238 miles
    Test number
    912697332877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail216,236 miles (+3)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,236 miles
    Test number
    749541213620
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure RUBBER MOUNT (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass216,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    216,233 miles
    Test number
    122081246255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail216,233 miles (+65)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,233 miles
    Test number
    269602843932
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass216,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    216,168 miles
    Test number
    163669066678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail216,168 miles (+112)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,168 miles
    Test number
    791607005225
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass216,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    216,056 miles
    Test number
    337431717888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hockey stick bushes
  10. Fail216,056 miles (+1,723)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,056 miles
    Test number
    987593203725
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront hockey stick bushes
  11. Pass214,333 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    214,333 miles
    Test number
    442655541996
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
  12. Fail214,332 miles (+4,885)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,332 miles
    Test number
    603543572654
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorDrag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box slight play between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint deformed but serviceable slight play on lwr joint (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  13. Pass209,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    209,447 miles
    Test number
    356865009583
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  14. Fail209,447 miles (+4,465)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,447 miles
    Test number
    913741595248
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire injection pump (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  15. Pass204,982 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    204,982 miles
    Test number
    903757393688
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal pinion seal (2.3.3b)
  16. Fail204,982 miles (+5,456)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,982 miles
    Test number
    299019976077
    • FailureFuel system component leaking pump (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded roll bar mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded roll bar mount (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal pinion seal (2.3.3b)
  17. Pass199,526 miles (+1,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    199,526 miles
    Test number
    743242388193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear- rear end (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass197,572 miles (+13,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    197,572 miles
    Test number
    887403065195
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  19. Pass183,997 miles (+7,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    183,997 miles
    Test number
    235348454158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  20. Pass176,916 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    176,916 miles
    Test number
    976019653154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail176,842 miles (+7,407)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,842 miles
    Test number
    725797353109
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  22. Pass169,435 miles (+8,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    169,435 miles
    Test number
    848276462186
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
  23. Pass160,665 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    160,665 miles
    Test number
    575090061146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail160,628 miles (+7,425)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,628 miles
    Test number
    368883751173
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  25. Pass153,203 miles (+6,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    153,203 miles
    Test number
    372042840174
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
  26. Pass146,534 miles (+13,405)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    146,534 miles
    Test number
    271633869197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass133,129 miles (+8,150)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    133,129 miles
    Test number
    931753217350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass124,979 miles (+9,095)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    124,979 miles
    Test number
    984892017019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass115,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    115,884 miles
    Test number
    123123266194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 NOD

Does S90 NOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 NOD is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S90 NOD?
The MOT on S90 NOD is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 NOD done?
S90 NOD was recorded at 216,270 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 5,173 miles a year.
Has S90 NOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 NOD has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S90 NOD 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 NOD find?
S90 NOD passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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