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D16 KPA

1995 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

249,767 mi
Last recorded249,767 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1995 Land Rover Defender117,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 KPA
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 249,767 miles

Front axle brace bar has slight play in the o/s/f bush

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 242,643 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 234,713 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 228,925 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 221,891 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 215,399 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 204,481 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 197,226 miles

Excessive Underseal underside

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 197,226 miles

Excessive Underseal underside

Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Panhard rod bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 190,600 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 183,956 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 178,223 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 172,277 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 172,277 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2013 164,413 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 155,235 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2011 144,558 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight split in foot brake ruber

Pass 1 Jun 2011 144,558 miles

slight split in foot brake ruber

Pass 4 Jun 2010 131,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2010 131,467 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 25 May 2009 117,757 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 25 May 2009 117,757 miles

Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Pass 29 May 2008 103,923 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 91,712 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 88,914 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 88,914 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

slight play in offside rear hub

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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D16 KPA is a 1995 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1995 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 117,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D16 KPA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 31 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D16 KPA registered?

D16 KPA is a 1995 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 21 April 1995.

Is D16 KPA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D16 KPA shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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