LAND ROVER DEFENDER1997 · 2.5L Diesel

P388 FDY

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1997 LAND ROVER DEFENDER is a Diesel vehicle with a 2495cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 142,688.

MOT

Valid

Expires 01/01/2027

Tax

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Mileage: 142,688
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1997
Engine: 2495cc

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/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✓ Valid MOT

! Tax Status Unknown

✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

! Older vehicle

A score of 55 doesn't mean it's safe to buy. Private markers don't appear in public data.

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Finance

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Salvage

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: May 16, 2026, 01:04 AM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Land Rover Defender (P388 FDY) from 1997 show a total of 5 MOT tests between September 2024 and January 2026.

With 2 passes and 3 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 40%. This pass rate is below average and potential buyers should investigate the failure history carefully.

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