1996 Land Rover Defender 3.5L Petrol · N172 ARW
1996 Land Rover Defender (3.5L, petrol). First registered 02 May 1996. Recorded mileage 56,630 miles. MOT expired on 18 Sept 2023. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Sept 2023
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 56,630 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N172 ARW Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/09/2022
- 56,630 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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N172 ARW MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1996 Land Rover Defender (N172 ARW) between September 2022 and September 2022.
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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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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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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