The road tax status for FG05 EDU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FG05 EDU?

The MOT for FG05 EDU is valid and due for renewal on or before 14 August 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of FG05 EDU?

The recorded mileage for FG05 EDU is 89,762 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FG05 EDU ULEZ compliant?

No, FG05 EDU 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

2005 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · FG05 EDU

FG05 EDU

2005 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 23/03/2005. Recorded mileage 89,762 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 2005 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 14/08/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 89,762 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 89,762 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2005
Engine: 2495cc

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FG05 EDU Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 16/08/2023
89,762 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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FG05 EDU Mileage History

28/03/202285,679 mi
01/04/202285,679 mi
15/08/202389,761 mi+4,082 mi
16/08/202389,762 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 2,946 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

FG05 EDU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 09:10

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Land Rover Defender (FG05 EDU) between March 2022 and August 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 August 2023 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: Brakes (10 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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 Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))”; “Front Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))”; “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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