1992 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J501 EYA
1992 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 23 Mar 1992. Recorded mileage 238,761 miles. MOT expired on 19 Feb 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1992
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 238,761 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J501 EYA Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2024
- 238,761 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.
J501 EYA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Land Rover Defender (J501 EYA) between February 2024 and February 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J501 EYA Mileage History
- 16/02/2024238,758 mi
- 20/02/2024238,761 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 288 miles per year across 2 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: 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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