1991 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J840 BVF
1991 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 03 Sept 1991. Recorded mileage 214,704 miles. MOT valid until 03 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1991
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 214,704 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J840 BVF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2026
- 214,704 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.
J840 BVF 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 (J840 BVF) between March 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 02 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
J840 BVF Mileage History
- 20/03/2023207,383 mi
- 22/03/2024209,637 mi+2,254 mi
- 19/03/2025212,823 mi+3,186 mi
- 26/03/2025212,823 mi
- 02/04/2026214,704 mi+1,881 mi
Average of roughly 2,411 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: Good
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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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