1992 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J362 RVE
1992 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Dec 1992. Recorded mileage 148,437 miles. MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 148,437 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J362 RVE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/08/2025
- 148,437 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.
J362 RVE 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 1992 Land Rover Defender (J362 RVE) between August 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J362 RVE Mileage History
- 26/08/2022136,895 mi
- 31/08/2023142,147 mi+5,252 mi
- 12/09/2024146,298 mi+4,151 mi
- 19/09/2024146,392 mi+94 mi
- 18/08/2025148,437 mi+2,045 mi
Average of roughly 3,874 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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