1991 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · H693 ETL
1991 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 03 Jan 1991. Recorded mileage 293,607 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 293,607 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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H693 ETL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2026
- 293,607 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.
H693 ETL 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 (H693 ETL) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
H693 ETL Mileage History
- 06/03/2024284,539 mi
- 02/04/2025288,742 mi+4,203 mi
- 02/04/2025288,742 mi
- 08/04/2026293,607 mi+4,865 mi
- 09/04/2026293,607 mi
Average of roughly 4,337 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: 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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