1997 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · P364 LKJ
1997 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 14 May 1997. Recorded mileage 91,720 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,720 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P364 LKJ Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 13/06/2022
- 91,720 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P364 LKJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 1997 Land Rover Defender (P364 LKJ) between June 2022 and June 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 June 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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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