1995 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · N811 CBG
1995 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 18 Oct 1995. Recorded mileage 149,793 miles. MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1995 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,793 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N811 CBG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2026
- 149,793 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
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N811 CBG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Land Rover Defender (N811 CBG) between October 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 25 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
N811 CBG Mileage History
- 19/10/2022142,228 mi
- 11/10/2024146,001 mi+3,773 mi
- 15/10/2025148,516 mi+2,515 mi
- 16/09/2026149,793 mi+1,277 mi
Average of roughly 1,935 miles per year across 4 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: Excellent
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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
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- Electrical Gremlins and Wiring DeteriorationModerate
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