1991 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J132 DRH
1991 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 16 Sept 1991. Recorded mileage 170,473 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,473 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J132 DRH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/01/2026
- 170,473 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J132 DRH MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Land Rover Defender (J132 DRH) between January 2022 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 January 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
J132 DRH Mileage History
- 06/01/2022164,427 mi
- 12/01/2023166,474 mi+2,047 mi
- 18/01/2024167,213 mi+739 mi
- 16/01/2025168,747 mi+1,534 mi
- 13/01/2026170,473 mi+1,726 mi
Average of roughly 1,504 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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