1993 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · K465 GRM
1993 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 24 Jun 1993. Recorded mileage 274,828 miles. MOT expired on 17 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1993 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 274,828 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K465 GRM Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/11/2022
- 274,828 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
K465 GRM 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 1993 Land Rover Defender (K465 GRM) between November 2021 and November 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 November 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
K465 GRM Mileage History
- 13/11/2021267,976 mi
- 21/11/2022274,828 mi+6,852 mi
Average of roughly 6,706 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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