1998 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J90 XDW
1998 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1998. Recorded mileage 146,739 km. MOT valid until 03 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1998
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Odometer
- 146,739 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J90 XDW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2026
- 146,739 km recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
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J90 XDW 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 1998 Land Rover Defender (J90 XDW) between September 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
J90 XDW Odometer History
- 03/09/2022142,228 km
- 02/09/2023142,823 km+595 km
- 31/08/2024144,388 km+1,565 km
- 30/08/2025146,007 km+1,619 km
- 22/08/2026146,739 km+732 km
Average of roughly 1,137 km per year across 5 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: 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
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- TD5 Injector Harness Oil MigrationSerious
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