1996 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · N361 ABL
1996 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 19 Apr 1996. Recorded mileage 8,230 miles. MOT expired on 02 Nov 2025.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Nov 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 8,230 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N361 ABL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/10/2024
- 8,230 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N361 ABL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Land Rover Defender (N361 ABL) between November 2021 and October 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 October 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
N361 ABL Mileage History
- 03/11/20216,963 mi
- 04/10/20227,927 mi+964 mi
- 05/10/20237,960 mi+33 mi
- 22/10/20248,230 mi+270 mi
- 22/10/20248,230 mi
Average of roughly 427 miles per year across 5 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: 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
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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