1990 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · H631 JRW
1990 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Nov 1990. Recorded mileage 258,682 miles. MOT expired on 18 May 2016.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 May 2016
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Sept 2016)
- Recorded Mileage
- 258,682 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H631 JRW Key Findings
- 11 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 20/05/2016
- 258,682 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H631 JRW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
11 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Land Rover Defender (H631 JRW) between July 2006 and May 2016.
The record contains 7 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 20 May 2016 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)”; “Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)”; “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)”.
H631 JRW Mileage History
- 26/07/2006195,510 mi
- 20/07/2007209,163 mi+13,653 mi
- 04/09/2008213,310 mi+4,147 mi
- 15/09/2009224,910 mi+11,600 mi
- 26/10/2010241,804 mi+16,894 mi
- 17/11/2010242,174 mi+370 mi
- 18/11/2010242,182 mi+8 mi
- 13/01/2012251,779 mi+9,597 mi
- 18/01/2012251,795 mi+16 mi
- 19/05/2015254,835 mi+3,040 mi
- 20/05/2016258,682 mi+3,847 mi
Average of roughly 6,434 miles per year across 11 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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