1994 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · L896 BHA
1994 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 1994. Recorded mileage 169,670 miles. MOT expired on 29 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 29 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 169,670 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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L896 BHA Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/07/2024
- 169,670 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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L896 BHA MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1994 Land Rover Defender (L896 BHA) between July 2024 and July 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.
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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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