LAND ROVER DEFENDER1985 · 2.5L Diesel

C997 SAY

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 1985 LAND ROVER DEFENDER? It's a Diesel with a 2495cc engine showing 232,005 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Valid

Expires 12/12/2026

Tax

No data

Mileage: 232,005
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1985
Engine: 2495cc

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Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

! Older vehicle

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Finance

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Write-off

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Salvage

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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 5/16/2026, 1:04:31 AM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1985, this Land Rover Defender with plate C997 SAY has undergone 5 MOT inspections since December 2022.

Across its entire MOT history, this Land Rover has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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