1998 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · K11 DCO
1998 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 1998. Recorded mileage 140,326 miles. MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 140,326 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K11 DCO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 140,326 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.
K11 DCO 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 1998 Land Rover Defender (K11 DCO) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
K11 DCO Mileage History
- 18/03/2024133,049 mi
- 26/03/2024133,052 mi+3 mi
- 20/03/2025139,983 mi+6,931 mi
- 24/03/2026140,323 mi+340 mi
- 25/03/2026140,326 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 3,607 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: 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.
- TD5 Injector Harness Oil MigrationSerious
Oil seeps along the injector wiring harness into the ECU red plug, causing rough running, misfires, and potential ECU damage.
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