Yes, J387 ETC is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 August 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for J387 ETC?

The MOT for J387 ETC is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 September 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of J387 ETC?

The recorded mileage for J387 ETC is 100,009 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is J387 ETC ULEZ compliant?

No, J387 ETC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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1991 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · J387 ETC

J387 ETC

1991 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/08/1991. Recorded mileage 100,009 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1991
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 18/09/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 100,009 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 18/09/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/08/2027

Mileage: 100,009 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1991
Engine: 2495cc

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J387 ETC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2025
100,009 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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J387 ETC Mileage History

20/09/2023100,002 mi
11/09/2024100,003 mi+1 mi
13/09/2024100,003 mi
05/09/2025100,009 mi+6 mi
12/09/2025100,009 mi

Average of roughly 4 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

J387 ETC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 02:00

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1991 Land Rover Defender (J387 ETC) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 32 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn hub goint (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn C bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn C bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.

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