1990 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · G462 SNX
1990 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 03 Apr 1990. Recorded mileage 179,894 miles. MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Maidstone
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,894 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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G462 SNX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2025
- 179,894 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
G462 SNX 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 1990 Land Rover Defender (G462 SNX) between February 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
G462 SNX Mileage History
- 13/02/2023174,476 mi
- 01/03/2023174,483 mi+7 mi
- 05/03/2024178,085 mi+3,602 mi
- 18/03/2025179,894 mi+1,809 mi
- 18/03/2025179,894 mi
Average of roughly 2,591 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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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