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SDZ 3251

1992 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies

Grey Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

157,288 mi
Last recorded157,288 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1992 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies87,948 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDZ 3251
MakeLand Rover
Model90 Defender Turbo Dies
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 157,288 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 156,359 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 154,321 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 239 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
1,885
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
239
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 17
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12
fog lamp not working 10
registration plate deteriorated 8
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8
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SDZ 3251 is a 1992 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies in Grey with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1992 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 87,948 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDZ 3251, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 34 years old, this Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SDZ 3251 registered?

SDZ 3251 is a 1992 Land Rover 90 Defender Turbo Dies, first registered on 30 January 1992.

Is SDZ 3251 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDZ 3251 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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