1997 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · R682 BDU
1997 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 1997. Recorded mileage 156,558 miles. MOT expired on 18 Feb 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Feb 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,558 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R682 BDU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2024
- 156,558 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R682 BDU 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 1997 Land Rover Defender (R682 BDU) between February 2022 and February 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 19 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
R682 BDU Mileage History
- 08/02/2022148,545 mi
- 18/01/2023151,535 mi+2,990 mi
- 26/01/2023151,553 mi+18 mi
- 29/01/2024156,513 mi+4,960 mi
- 19/02/2024156,558 mi+45 mi
Average of roughly 3,948 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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