1991 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J686 CTV
1991 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Nov 1991. Recorded mileage 125,827 miles. MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 125,827 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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J686 CTV Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2021
- 125,827 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 12 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
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J686 CTV MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1991 Land Rover Defender (J686 CTV) between October 2021 and October 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
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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: 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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