2002 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · GU02 UWX
2002 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 22 Apr 2002. Recorded mileage 158,543 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,543 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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GU02 UWX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 158,543 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.
GU02 UWX 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 2002 Land Rover Defender (GU02 UWX) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
GU02 UWX Mileage History
- 25/01/2023154,063 mi
- 09/01/2024155,553 mi+1,490 mi
- 15/01/2024155,556 mi+3 mi
- 15/01/2025157,209 mi+1,653 mi
- 15/01/2026158,543 mi+1,334 mi
Average of roughly 1,507 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
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.
- TD5 Injector Harness Oil MigrationSerious
Oil seeps along the injector wiring harness into the ECU red plug, causing rough running, misfires, and potential ECU damage.
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