1990 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · H107 EEJ
1990 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 12 Oct 1990. Recorded mileage 121,594 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1990 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 121,594 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H107 EEJ Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 16/12/2021
- 121,594 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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H107 EEJ MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1990 Land Rover Defender (H107 EEJ) between December 2021 and December 2021.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 December 2021 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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