The road tax status for P982 DRB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P982 DRB?

The MOT for P982 DRB is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of P982 DRB?

The recorded mileage for P982 DRB is 9,596 km, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P982 DRB ULEZ compliant?

No, P982 DRB 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

MOT Valid

1997 ERF EC8.28RD2 8.3L Heavy oil · P982 DRB

P982 DRB

1997 ERF EC8.28RD2 (8.3L, heavy oil). First registered 17/01/1997. Recorded mileage 9,596 km. MOT valid until 30/07/2027.

Make & Model: ERF EC8.28RD2
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 30/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Odometer: 9,596 km
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required
Fuel & Engine: HEAVY OIL · 8.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Odometer: 9,596 km
Fuel Type: HEAVY OIL
Year: 1997
Engine: 8300cc

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P982 DRB Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/07/2026
9,596 km recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

! Older vehicle

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P982 DRB Odometer History

30/11/20235,618 mi
27/11/20247,038 km
25/06/20269,511 km+2,473 km
02/07/20269,596 km+85 km

Average of roughly 1,538 km per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

P982 DRB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 9 Sept 2026, 12:45

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Erf Ec8.28Rd2 (P982 DRB) between November 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 02 July 2026 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 (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “nearside Leaf springs and fixings: fractured or cracked leaf or one repaired by welding. (48.2.a.i)”; “offside A brake rod, clevis joint, linkage, relay, lever, pin, pivot, slack adjuster or cable: automatic slack adjuster ”; “All Roller Brake Test Machines: With the service brake fully applied: the specified brake effort is not met. (71.1.d.v)”.

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