Yes, D312 PWA is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 June 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for D312 PWA?

The MOT for D312 PWA is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of D312 PWA?

The recorded mileage for D312 PWA is 227,973 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is D312 PWA ULEZ compliant?

No, D312 PWA 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

Road Tax Paid

1986 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · D312 PWA

D312 PWA

1986 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/11/1986. Recorded mileage 227,973 miles. MOT valid until 15/04/2027. Taxed until 01/06/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1986 · Chester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/04/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/06/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 227,973 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 15/04/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/06/2027

Mileage: 227,973 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1986
Engine: 2494cc

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D312 PWA Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
227,973 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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D312 PWA Mileage History

19/11/2024217,324 mi
20/11/2024217,325 mi+1 mi
13/11/2025227,963 mi+10,638 mi
17/04/2026227,973 mi+10 mi
17/04/2026227,973 mi

Average of roughly 7,567 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

D312 PWA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 05:34

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Land Rover Defender (D312 PWA) between November 2024 and April 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 17 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))”; “Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1”.

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