1991 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · H497 EFK
1991 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 1991. Recorded mileage 180,780 miles. MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,780 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H497 EFK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/07/2026
- 180,780 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
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H497 EFK 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 (H497 EFK) between June 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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.
H497 EFK Mileage History
- 22/06/2022171,871 mi
- 21/06/2023173,688 mi+1,817 mi
- 26/06/2024176,341 mi+2,653 mi
- 15/07/2025178,948 mi+2,607 mi
- 15/07/2026180,780 mi+1,832 mi
Average of roughly 2,192 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: Excellent
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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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