1992 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Heavy oil · RIB 7120
1992 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, heavy oil). First registered 01 Mar 1992. Recorded mileage 100,005 miles. MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 1992 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,005 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- HEAVY OIL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RIB 7120 Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2025
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RIB 7120 MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1992 Land Rover Defender (RIB 7120) between June 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
RIB 7120 Mileage History
- 29/06/2023100,009 mi
- 08/07/2023100,005 mi-4 mi
Average of roughly -161 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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LAND ROVER DEFENDER Model Intelligence & Reliability
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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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