LAND ROVER DEFENDER1997 · 2.5L Diesel

R281 ACV

Vehicle Insight Summary

Considering this 1997 LAND ROVER DEFENDER? It's a Diesel with a 2495cc engine showing 242,562 miles. MOT is valid and it's not currently taxed. View the full DVLA history below.

MOT

Valid

Expires 05/04/2027

Tax

No data

Mileage: 242,562
Fuel: Diesel
Year: 1997
Engine: 2495cc

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Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT

! Tax Status Unknown

✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)

! Older vehicle

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Finance

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Write-off

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Salvage

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Imported

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Scrapped

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Destruction

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Full MOT History

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

AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 1997 Land Rover Defender (R281 ACV) has a recorded MOT history spanning from June 2018 to April 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 5 passes against 0 fails. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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