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LAND ROVER DEFENDER1987 · 2.5L Diesel

D281 COS

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1987 LAND ROVER DEFENDER is a Diesel vehicle with a 2495cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 139,661.

MOT

Expired

Expires 16/04/2026

Tax

No data

Mileage: 139,661
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1987
Engine: 2495cc

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Public record health check: Average.

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

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Finance

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Land Rover Defender (D281 COS) from 1987 show a total of 1 MOT test between April 2025 and April 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 1 passes against 0 fails. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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