1994 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · M312 KJW
1994 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 1994. Recorded mileage 124,920 miles. MOT expired on 21 Nov 2023.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Nov 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,920 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M312 KJW Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 21/11/2023
- 124,920 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M312 KJW 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 1994 Land Rover Defender (M312 KJW) between November 2021 and November 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 November 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
M312 KJW Mileage History
- 01/11/2021124,303 mi
- 15/11/2022124,627 mi+324 mi
- 21/11/2023124,920 mi+293 mi
Average of roughly 301 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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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
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- 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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