1993 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · L417 LBE
1993 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 04 Oct 1993. Recorded mileage 9,278 km. MOT expired on 08 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1993 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 9,278 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L417 LBE Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2024
- 9,278 km recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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L417 LBE MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1993 Land Rover Defender (L417 LBE) between April 2024 and April 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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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.
- 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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