1991 Land Rover Defender 2.9L Diesel · D7 EVG
1991 Land Rover Defender (2.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1991. Recorded mileage 169,393 miles. MOT expired on 01 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,393 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D7 EVG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/09/2025
- 169,393 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.
D7 EVG 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 1991 Land Rover Defender (D7 EVG) between February 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
D7 EVG Mileage History
- 02/02/2023162,738 mi
- 24/02/2024163,141 mi+403 mi
- 02/08/2024163,144 mi+3 mi
- 22/07/2025169,236 mi+6,092 mi
- 02/09/2025169,393 mi+157 mi
Average of roughly 2,577 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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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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