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1993 Land Rover Defender2.5L Diesel · L496 MWX

L496 MWX

1993 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 09/09/1993. Recorded mileage 128,817 miles. MOT valid until 19/12/2026.

MOT Status

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Valid until 19/12/2026

Tax Status

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Mileage: 128,817 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1993
Engine: 2495cc

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Mileage History

14/10/2021122,468 mi
12/01/2023124,237 mi+1,769 mi
30/11/2023127,535 mi+3,298 mi
20/12/2025128,817 mi+1,282 mi

Average of roughly 1,518 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 16 May 2026, 02:04

MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Land Rover Defender (L496 MWX) from 1993 show a total of 4 MOT tests between October 2021 and December 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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