LAND ROVER DEFENDER1988 · 2.5L Diesel

F196 FFM

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 1988 LAND ROVER DEFENDER? It's a Diesel with a 2494cc engine showing 142,559 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Valid

Expires 07/04/2027

Tax

No data

Mileage: 142,559
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1988
Engine: 2494cc

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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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Salvage

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Full MOT History

MOT data last updated: 4/15/2026, 4:56:25 PM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 1988, this Land Rover Defender with plate F196 FFM has undergone 5 MOT inspections since January 2022.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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