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Land Rover Defender

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 2,494 cc

T90 BSHMOT history

T90 BSH is a red diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 141,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
141,015 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T90 BSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T90 BSH was last recorded at 141,015 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,955 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
4,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,015 miles
  • 2024 – 140,577 miles
  • 2023 – 140,544 miles
  • 2022 – 135,615 miles
  • 2021 – 130,595 miles
  • 2020 – 123,674 miles
  • 2019 – 121,038 miles
  • 2018 – 118,581 miles
  • 2017 – 115,970 miles
  • 2016 – 111,910 miles
  • 2015 – 106,594 miles
  • 2014 – 100,797 miles
  • 2013 – 98,842 miles
  • 2012 – 95,320 miles
  • 2011 – 91,800 miles
  • 2010 – 87,671 miles
  • 2009 – 79,977 miles
  • 2008 – 72,393 miles
  • 2007 – 64,497 miles
  • 2006 – 58,318 miles
  • 2005 – 54,442 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,015 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,015 miles (+60)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    141,015 miles
    Test number
    581449047455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail140,955 miles (+378)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,955 miles
    Test number
    148757531308
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inside inner wheel arch and underneath and chassis support member (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass140,577 miles (+33)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,577 miles
    Test number
    138807189221
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops are missing
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks dust covers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Hub (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in front propshaft front & rear uj

  4. Fail140,544 miles (+4,929)1 dangerous4 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,544 miles
    Test number
    904999245920
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outrigger area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre section of front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle upper ball joint gaiter deteriorated

  5. Pass135,615 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,615 miles
    Test number
    539177315289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake anti squeal shim fouling drum part of disc but not affecting brakes at present

  6. Fail135,612 miles (+5,017)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,612 miles
    Test number
    281211870134
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake anti squeal shim fouling drum part of disc but not affecting brakes at present

  7. Pass130,595 miles (+6,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,595 miles
    Test number
    322302205335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass123,674 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,674 miles
    Test number
    503240110383
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail123,674 miles (+2,636)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,674 miles
    Test number
    348897187906
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass121,038 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,038 miles
    Test number
    575099084766
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail121,038 miles (+2,457)11 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,038 miles
    Test number
    650852467858
    • MajorCentral Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass118,581 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,581 miles
    Test number
    121350115588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO\s\f hub oil seal leaking

  13. Fail118,580 miles (+2,610)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,580 miles
    Test number
    922363847549
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO\s\f hub oil seal leaking
    • AdvisoryRear pads seized in caliper

  14. Pass115,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    115,970 miles
    Test number
    281057564620
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail115,970 miles (+4,060)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,970 miles
    Test number
    940305257933
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass111,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,910 miles
    Test number
    548334161494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail111,910 miles (+5,316)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,910 miles
    Test number
    898888208607
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass106,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,594 miles
    Test number
    562669240554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  19. Fail106,594 miles (+5,797)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,594 miles
    Test number
    824249922844
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Steering damper leaking oil (2.2.C.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass100,797 miles (+1,955)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    100,797 miles
    Test number
    458892624367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass98,842 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    98,842 miles
    Test number
    267082233399
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail98,842 miles (+3,522)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,842 miles
    Test number
    106673823321
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass95,320 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    95,320 miles
    Test number
    467013612307
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteFront prop-shaft sliding joint worn

  24. Fail95,320 miles (+3,520)3 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,320 miles
    Test number
    515313912370
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteFront prop-shaft sliding joint worn

  25. Pass91,800 miles (+4,129)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,800 miles
    Test number
    675962511330
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass87,671 miles (+7,694)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    87,671 miles
    Test number
    591366710343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass79,977 miles (+7,584)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,977 miles
    Test number
    990650229381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass72,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    554463828317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail72,393 miles (+7,896)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    950453328339
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  30. Pass64,497 miles (+6,179)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    641594127344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass58,318 miles (+3,876)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    58,318 miles
    Test number
    421656726465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass54,442 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    54,442 miles
    Test number
    183558685249
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to legal limit

Questions about T90 BSH

Does T90 BSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T90 BSH is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T90 BSH?
The MOT on T90 BSH is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T90 BSH done?
T90 BSH was recorded at 141,015 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 4,294 miles a year.
Has T90 BSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T90 BSH has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T90 BSH 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 T90 BSH find?
T90 BSH passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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