1997 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Cng · P542 CHH
1997 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, cng). First registered 20 Jan 1997. Recorded mileage 106,405 miles. MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Jul 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 106,405 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- CNG · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P542 CHH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/07/2025
- 106,405 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.
P542 CHH MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Land Rover Defender (P542 CHH) between July 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
P542 CHH Mileage History
- 20/07/2023104,180 mi
- 21/07/2023104,180 mi
- 22/07/2024105,223 mi+1,043 mi
- 25/07/2024105,223 mi
- 18/07/2025106,405 mi+1,182 mi
Average of roughly 1,115 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: Below 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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