1996 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · N918 AKJ
1996 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 09 Jan 1996. Recorded mileage 125,411 miles. MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,411 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N918 AKJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/09/2026
- 125,411 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
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N918 AKJ 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 1996 Land Rover Defender (N918 AKJ) between October 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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.
N918 AKJ Mileage History
- 19/10/2022123,170 mi
- 10/10/2023123,313 mi+143 mi
- 20/09/2024123,687 mi+374 mi
- 23/09/2025124,674 mi+987 mi
- 22/09/2026125,411 mi+737 mi
Average of roughly 571 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: Good
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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
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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