1995 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · M397 BCC
1995 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 1995. Recorded mileage 171,359 miles. MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1995 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Jan 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 171,359 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M397 BCC Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/01/2023
- 171,359 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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M397 BCC MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1995 Land Rover Defender (M397 BCC) between January 2023 and January 2023.
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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