The road tax status for F581 DYC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for F581 DYC?

The MOT for F581 DYC is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of F581 DYC?

The recorded mileage for F581 DYC is 293,167 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is F581 DYC ULEZ compliant?

No, F581 DYC 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

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1988 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · F581 DYC

F581 DYC

1988 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 09/12/1988. Recorded mileage 293,167 miles. MOT valid until 02/10/2026.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1988 · Nottingham
MOT Status: Valid until 02/10/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 293,167 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 02/10/2026

Tax Status

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Mileage: 293,167 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1988
Engine: 2494cc

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F581 DYC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 18/09/2025
293,167 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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F581 DYC Mileage History

27/09/2023286,304 mi
30/09/2024289,754 mi+3,450 mi
30/09/2024289,754 mi
08/09/2025293,047 mi+3,293 mi
18/09/2025293,167 mi+120 mi

Average of roughly 3,472 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

F581 DYC MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 2 Sept 2026, 12:33

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1988 Land Rover Defender (F581 DYC) between September 2023 and September 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 September 2025 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: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))”.

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