1993 Land Rover Defender 3.5L Petrol · K978 JJN
1993 Land Rover Defender (3.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1993. Recorded mileage 68,167 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jun 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1993 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jun 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,167 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K978 JJN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2025
- 68,167 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.
K978 JJN 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 1993 Land Rover Defender (K978 JJN) between June 2023 and June 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 June 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
K978 JJN Mileage History
- 07/06/202363,756 mi
- 18/06/202464,500 mi+744 mi
- 21/06/202464,500 mi
- 17/06/202568,167 mi+3,667 mi
- 23/06/202568,167 mi
Average of roughly 2,157 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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