The road tax status for E305 LUP is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for E305 LUP?

The MOT for E305 LUP is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 February 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of E305 LUP?

The recorded mileage for E305 LUP is 134,712 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is E305 LUP ULEZ compliant?

No, E305 LUP 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

1987 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · E305 LUP

E305 LUP

1987 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 31/12/1987. Recorded mileage 134,712 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1987 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 11/02/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 134,712 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 11/02/2026

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Mileage: 134,712 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1987
Engine: 2496cc

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E305 LUP Key Findings

13 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2025
134,712 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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E305 LUP Mileage History

21/12/201015,617 mi
27/10/2012115,938 mi+100,321 mi
04/01/2014115,939 mi+1 mi
16/12/2014116,056 mi+117 mi
23/12/2015121,389 mi+5,333 mi
14/12/2016124,914 mi+3,525 mi
14/12/2016124,914 mi
14/12/2017131,968 mi+7,054 mi
18/03/2019133,961 mi+1,993 mi
11/01/2020133,989 mi+28 mi
14/01/2021134,655 mi+666 mi
16/11/2021134,666 mi+11 mi
12/02/2025134,712 mi+46 mi

Average of roughly 8,419 miles per year across 13 recorded odometer readings.

E305 LUP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 14:07

MOT Analysis

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13 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Land Rover Defender (E305 LUP) between December 2010 and February 2025.

The record contains 12 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 February 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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.

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