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Land Rover Defender

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,500 cc

T90 DLRMOT history

T90 DLR is a grey diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 14 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 39 MOT tests, with 165,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Oct 2027
Mileage
165,422 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
39
21 passed · 18 failed
Per year
5,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T90 DLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,500 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T90 DLR was last recorded at 165,422 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,410 miles · 2 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
5,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,422 miles
  • 2025 – 160,987 miles
  • 2024 – 156,450 miles
  • 2023 – 151,411 miles
  • 2022 – 146,199 miles
  • 2021 – 140,336 miles
  • 2020 – 134,541 miles
  • 2019 – 129,750 miles
  • 2018 – 123,093 miles
  • 2017 – 111,381 miles
  • 2016 – 105,901 miles
  • 2015 – 101,126 miles
  • 2014 – 97,799 miles
  • 2013 – 95,900 miles
  • 2012 – 92,776 miles
  • 2011 – 87,335 miles
  • 2010 – 83,717 miles
  • 2009 – 79,534 miles
  • 2008 – 71,638 miles
  • 2007 – 62,316 miles
  • 2006 – 58,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,422 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

  • Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

39 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,422 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    165,422 miles
    Test number
    256242958634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail165,410 miles (+4,423)1 dangerous12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,410 miles
    Test number
    550359243192
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure support corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass160,987 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    160,987 miles
    Test number
    674948038755
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail160,987 miles (+4,537)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,987 miles
    Test number
    377187912083
    • MajorNearside Drag link 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 Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass156,450 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    156,450 miles
    Test number
    822944916957
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil steering pump (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail156,450 miles (+5,039)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,450 miles
    Test number
    869046546723
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt a frame (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil steering pump (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass151,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    151,411 miles
    Test number
    384048209323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,411 miles (+5,212)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,411 miles
    Test number
    318848278445
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass146,199 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    146,199 miles
    Test number
    456682902404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  10. Fail146,199 miles (+5,863)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,199 miles
    Test number
    170707782977
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass140,336 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    140,336 miles
    Test number
    366995819769
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  12. Fail140,336 miles (+5,795)1 dangerous4 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,336 miles
    Test number
    594919735095
    • DangerousSteering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings damper bush. (2.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  13. Pass134,541 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    134,541 miles
    Test number
    807718017256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail134,541 miles (+4,791)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,541 miles
    Test number
    277123888725
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass129,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    129,750 miles
    Test number
    973425263908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail129,750 miles (+6,657)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,750 miles
    Test number
    291490367971
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  17. Pass123,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,093 miles
    Test number
    513542346265
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  18. Fail123,093 miles (+11,712)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,093 miles
    Test number
    841393669993
    • DangerousFront Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testFront Prop shaft securing bolt loose (6.1.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  19. Pass111,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    111,381 miles
    Test number
    506155495015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail111,381 miles (+5,480)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,381 miles
    Test number
    124961913659
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass105,901 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,901 miles
    Test number
    343798653635
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  22. Fail105,882 miles (+4,756)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,882 miles
    Test number
    541312475196
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass101,126 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,126 miles
    Test number
    186851835151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  24. Fail101,126 miles (+3,327)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,126 miles
    Test number
    616175325158
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass97,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    915365314168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail97,799 miles (+1,899)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,799 miles
    Test number
    228415514116
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  27. Pass95,900 miles (+3,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,900 miles
    Test number
    529708323120
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass92,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    92,776 miles
    Test number
    627030232119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail92,776 miles (+5,441)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,776 miles
    Test number
    657549422187
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Pass87,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,335 miles
    Test number
    498593521123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail87,335 miles (+3,618)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,335 miles
    Test number
    777893421118
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  32. Pass83,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,717 miles
    Test number
    153752580453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail83,716 miles (+4,182)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,716 miles
    Test number
    403402580013
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  34. Pass79,534 miles (+7,896)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    79,534 miles
    Test number
    380357289063
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  35. Pass71,638 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    71,638 miles
    Test number
    980896968115
    • NoteN/s rear bump stop missing
    • NoteN/s top door hinge centre pin broken
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  36. Fail71,638 miles (+9,322)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,638 miles
    Test number
    212935868422
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteN/s rear bump stop missing
    • NoteN/s top door hinge centre pin broken
    • NoteSteering damper bush worn

  37. Pass62,316 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    601843877189
    • NoteAs previous vt32

  38. Fail62,316 miles (+3,432)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,316 miles
    Test number
    621013277188
    • FailureFront Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront tyres perrishing sidewalls
    • NoteOil leak from transfer box

  39. Pass58,884 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    58,884 miles
    Test number
    261407986441
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngine oil leak(possible slight diesel aswell)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about T90 DLR

Does T90 DLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T90 DLR is valid until 14 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T90 DLR?
The MOT on T90 DLR is valid until 14 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T90 DLR done?
T90 DLR was recorded at 165,422 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 5,261 miles a year.
Has T90 DLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T90 DLR has failed 18 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T90 DLR 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 DLR find?
T90 DLR passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside oil leak, but not excessive.

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