2008 Land Rover Defender 2.4L Diesel · F11 MCO
2008 Land Rover Defender (2.4L, diesel). First registered 17 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 84,504 miles. MOT expired on 11 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 84,504 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F11 MCO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2025
- 84,504 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F11 MCO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Land Rover Defender (F11 MCO) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
F11 MCO Mileage History
- 08/08/202281,316 mi
- 01/08/202382,490 mi+1,174 mi
- 01/08/202382,490 mi
- 06/08/202483,877 mi+1,387 mi
- 01/08/202584,504 mi+627 mi
Average of roughly 1,069 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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LAND ROVER DEFENDER Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- Chassis and Bulkhead CorrosionSerious
The steel chassis and bulkhead rot from the inside out, often hidden by underseal or carpet.
- Oil Leaks from Gaskets and SealsModerate
Worn valve cover gaskets, oil pan gaskets, and crankshaft seals cause persistent oil leaks. The rear main seal is particularly prone on later Puma models.
- Electrical Gremlins and Wiring DeteriorationModerate
Corroded bulkhead earthing points and deteriorating wiring harnesses cause intermittent electrical faults including flickering lights, false warnings, and central locking failures.
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