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1993 Land Rover Defender 90 Turbo Diesel

79,000 miles Diesel 4 owners Wigan

£21,500

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3rd cheapest of 36 similar cars on BumpyGoat

Lower mileage than 6% of similar cars

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Overall condition

Caution

Several warning signs appear in the available vehicle information.

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£21,500

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Vehicle details

Year 1993

Registration L90HLK

Engine Turbo Diesel

Body type SUV

Fuel Diesel

Description

The 1993 Land Rover Defender 90 Turbo Diesel is a characterful, no-nonsense compact SUV that rewards drivers with a direct, engaging feel on country lanes and urban streets alike. Its sturdy chassis and agile 90 short-wheelbase make it surprisingly nimble, while the torquey diesel engine provides strong low-end pull for towing and hill climbs.

Practicality is a key appeal — easy-to-clean interior, simple controls and robust build make it ideal for daily use or weekend adventures. This well-preserved example with 79,000 miles combines classic Defender charm with usable performance, offering a confident driving experience and plenty of versatility.

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Vehicle health & MOT history for L90HLK

Poor MOT condition

High maintenance risk

Multiple issues, serious defects or strong wear signals found.

Last result: Passed Expires: 16 Jun 2027 Tests: 28

Wear and tear detected in MOT history

Repeated wear-related MOT notes found across brake wear, suspension wear, exhaust condition, fluid leaks

Vehicle has recorded MOT failures

MOT pass consistency is lower than ideal

03 Jun 2026

Mileage 79,572 miles

Passed

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

27 May 2026

Mileage 79,516 miles

Failed

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

17 Jun 2025

Mileage 79,089 miles

Passed

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

04 Jun 2024

Mileage 76,512 miles

Passed

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

08 Jun 2023

Mileage 74,150 miles

Passed

15 Jun 2022

Mileage 73,590 miles

Passed

12 Apr 2021

Mileage 72,650 miles

Passed

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases before tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front hub seal slightly weeping but not contaminating brake disc

Offside Front hub seal slightly weeping but not contaminating brake disc

01 Apr 2021

Mileage 72,646 miles

Failed

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition damage on the nearside of windscreen (3.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases before tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested excessive black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))

Central Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front hub seal slightly weeping but not contaminating brake disc

Offside Front hub seal slightly weeping but not contaminating brake disc

24 Feb 2020

Mileage 72,160 miles

Passed

25 Feb 2019

Mileage 68,605 miles

Passed

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

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

slight engine oil leak

exhaust centre mounting rubber splitting

Offside Front inner sidewall has slight damage

both rear tyres inner side walls have slight damage

Safety

Risk level

Higher risk

Several previous owners

Recommendation

Ask for full documentation and inspect the vehicle carefully.

Summary

Use case fit

Practical

Family Daily Weekend

A practical fit for family use, everyday driving and weekend trips.

Cost

Annual cost

Estimated

£3,470 / year

Insurance £900

Fuel £1,400

Maintenance £980

Road tax £190

Best points and things to consider

Quick summary

Best points

Strengths

Low mileage for its age.

Things to consider

Before travelling

MOT history suggests extra checks are sensible.
Repeated brake, tyre or wear advisories appear in the MOT history.
Condition indicators suggest extra checks are sensible.
Ownership history is higher than ideal.

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