2008 Land Rover Defender 2.4L Diesel · A15 OAO
2008 Land Rover Defender (2.4L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2008. Recorded mileage 101,119 miles. MOT expired on 14 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 14 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 101,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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A15 OAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/09/2025
- 101,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
A15 OAO 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 2008 Land Rover Defender (A15 OAO) between April 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassi”; “Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.
A15 OAO Mileage History
- 21/04/202291,585 mi
- 26/04/202394,794 mi+3,209 mi
- 01/05/202498,549 mi+3,755 mi
- 01/05/202498,545 mi-4 mi
- 16/09/2025101,119 mi+2,574 mi
Average of roughly 2,800 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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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: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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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