Yes, M287 ATC is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 February 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for M287 ATC?

The MOT for M287 ATC is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 December 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of M287 ATC?

The recorded mileage for M287 ATC is 151,971 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M287 ATC ULEZ compliant?

No, M287 ATC 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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Road Tax Paid

1994 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · M287 ATC

M287 ATC

1994 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 05 Sept 1994. Recorded mileage 151,971 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1994 · Manchester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 19 Dec 2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage: 151,971 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01 Feb 2027

Fuel Type

Diesel

Year

1994

Engine

2495cc

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M287 ATC Key Findings

33 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
151,971 miles recorded at latest MOT
13 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (38 mentions)

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M287 ATC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 14:47

MOT Analysis

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33 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Land Rover Defender (M287 ATC) between September 2005 and December 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 13 failures.

The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 13 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (38 issues), Brakes (25 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (10 issues), Suspension (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 81 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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.

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M287 ATC Mileage History

22/09/2005101,828 mi
27/09/2006106,357 mi+4,529 mi
29/09/2006106,376 mi+19 mi
24/09/2007109,287 mi+2,911 mi
27/09/2007109,301 mi+14 mi
01/10/2008112,674 mi+3,373 mi
01/10/2008112,674 mi
20/10/2009115,799 mi+3,125 mi
30/10/2009115,814 mi+15 mi
01/11/2010120,378 mi+4,564 mi
04/11/2010120,396 mi+18 mi
24/10/2011125,372 mi+4,976 mi
28/10/2011125,387 mi+15 mi
29/10/2012130,829 mi+5,442 mi
01/11/2012130,843 mi+14 mi
29/10/2013134,617 mi+3,774 mi
06/11/2014136,916 mi+2,299 mi
21/10/2015140,054 mi+3,138 mi
31/03/2017141,397 mi+1,343 mi
21/03/2018144,720 mi+3,323 mi
11/06/2019147,098 mi+2,378 mi
12/06/2019147,098 mi
10/12/2020148,219 mi+1,121 mi
10/12/2020148,219 mi
16/12/2021149,273 mi+1,054 mi
13/12/2022150,337 mi+1,064 mi
13/12/2022150,339 mi+2 mi
13/12/2023151,582 mi+1,243 mi
14/12/2023151,587 mi+5 mi
17/12/2024151,902 mi+315 mi
20/12/2024151,911 mi+9 mi
05/12/2025151,971 mi+60 mi
05/12/2025151,971 mi

Average of roughly 2,482 miles per year across 33 recorded odometer readings.

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May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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