Yes, N490 AON is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 October 2026 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for N490 AON?

The MOT for N490 AON is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of N490 AON?

The recorded mileage for N490 AON is 217,631 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N490 AON ULEZ compliant?

No, N490 AON 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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1996 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · N490 AON

N490 AON

1996 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 18/04/1996. Recorded mileage 217,631 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/10/2026.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1996 · Newcastle
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 05/10/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/10/2026)
Recorded Mileage: 217,631 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 05/10/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/10/2026

Mileage: 217,631 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1996
Engine: 2495cc

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N490 AON Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2025
217,631 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 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

✓ Taxed

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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N490 AON Mileage History

17/05/2023214,889 mi
01/10/2024217,128 mi+2,239 mi
01/10/2024217,128 mi
07/10/2025217,631 mi+503 mi
07/10/2025217,631 mi

Average of roughly 1,146 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

N490 AON MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 19:21

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Land Rover Defender (N490 AON) between May 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 October 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: Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Steering (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 42 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.

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