The road tax status for E983 FAP is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for E983 FAP?

The MOT for E983 FAP is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of E983 FAP?

The recorded mileage for E983 FAP is 116,621 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is E983 FAP ULEZ compliant?

No, E983 FAP 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

1988 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · E983 FAP

E983 FAP

1988 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 28/04/1988. Recorded mileage 116,621 miles. MOT valid until 09/03/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1988 · Chelmsford
MOT Status: Valid until 09/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 116,621 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 116,621 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1988
Engine: 2494cc

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E983 FAP Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
116,621 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (13 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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E983 FAP Mileage History

03/05/200682,082 mi
10/05/200785,002 mi+2,920 mi
17/04/200887,927 mi+2,925 mi
30/04/200993,637 mi+5,710 mi
13/05/200993,638 mi+1 mi
26/04/201098,522 mi+4,884 mi
27/04/201098,525 mi+3 mi
10/05/2011103,338 mi+4,813 mi
17/05/2011103,588 mi+250 mi
13/04/2012108,459 mi+4,871 mi
01/05/2012108,522 mi+63 mi
07/05/2013108,998 mi+476 mi
15/05/2013108,999 mi+1 mi
17/05/2014109,017 mi+18 mi
20/05/2014109,017 mi
21/12/2023109,052 mi+35 mi
02/12/2024111,740 mi+2,688 mi
10/03/2026116,621 mi+4,881 mi

Average of roughly 1,740 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

E983 FAP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 08:06

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Land Rover Defender (E983 FAP) between May 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (13 issues), Lighting (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 18 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: “Intermediate drop arm fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)”.

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