1997 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · P776 DEJ
1997 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 17 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 156,443 miles. MOT expired on 09 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 09 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,443 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P776 DEJ Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/06/2024
- 156,443 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P776 DEJ 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 1997 Land Rover Defender (P776 DEJ) between May 2023 and June 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 10 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
P776 DEJ Mileage History
- 02/05/2023155,676 mi
- 11/05/2023155,692 mi+16 mi
- 10/06/2024156,443 mi+751 mi
Average of roughly 692 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: 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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