2002 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · KL52 FRR
2002 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Dec 2002. Recorded mileage 12,533 miles. MOT expired on 10 Dec 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Dec 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 12,533 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KL52 FRR Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/12/2024
- 12,533 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KL52 FRR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Land Rover Defender (KL52 FRR) between March 2022 and December 2024.
The record contains 3 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: Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). 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.
KL52 FRR Mileage History
- 31/03/20222,480 mi
- 27/03/202311,122 mi+8,642 mi
- 11/12/202412,533 mi+1,411 mi
Average of roughly 3,723 miles per year across 3 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: Average
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