2013 Land Rover Defender 2.2L Diesel · T90 FDS
2013 Land Rover Defender (2.2L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2013. Recorded mileage 37,343 miles. MOT valid until 28 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- LAND ROVER DEFENDER
- Year / Origin
- 2013
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,343 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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T90 FDS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/03/2026
- 37,343 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
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T90 FDS MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Land Rover Defender (T90 FDS) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
T90 FDS Mileage History
- 09/03/202229,075 mi
- 10/03/202331,651 mi+2,576 mi
- 01/03/202433,808 mi+2,157 mi
- 21/03/202535,801 mi+1,993 mi
- 06/03/202637,343 mi+1,542 mi
Average of roughly 2,071 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Land Rover Defender (Classic L316)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Oil Leaks from Gaskets and SealsModerate
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