1996 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · N741 AKM
1996 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 16 Mar 1996. Recorded mileage 182,262 miles. MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 182,262 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N741 AKM Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/09/2022
- 182,262 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.
N741 AKM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Land Rover Defender (N741 AKM) between December 2021 and September 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
N741 AKM Mileage History
- 10/12/2021182,069 mi
- 26/09/2022182,241 mi+172 mi
- 26/09/2022182,262 mi+21 mi
Average of roughly 243 miles per year across 3 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: Poor
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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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