LAND ROVER DEFENDER1996 · 2.5L Diesel

P421 DLS

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 1996 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 137,123.

MOT

Valid

Expires 26/01/2027

Tax

No data

Mileage: 137,123
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1996
Engine: 2495cc

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Public record health check: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Land Rover Defender (P421 DLS) from 1996 show a total of 5 MOT tests between September 2023 and January 2026.

With 3 passes and 2 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 60%. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

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