The road tax status for H878 DFE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for H878 DFE?

The MOT for H878 DFE is valid and due for renewal on or before 13 December 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of H878 DFE?

The recorded mileage for H878 DFE is 247 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is H878 DFE ULEZ compliant?

No, H878 DFE 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

1990 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · H878 DFE

H878 DFE

1990 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 19/09/1990. Recorded mileage 247 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1990 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 13/12/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 247 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 13/12/2025

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Mileage: 247 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1990
Engine: 2495cc

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H878 DFE Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 28/11/2024
247 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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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

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H878 DFE Mileage History

23/11/202269,899 mi
23/11/202269,899 mi
14/12/202370,144 mi+245 mi
28/11/2024247 mi-69,897 mi

Average of roughly -34,576 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

H878 DFE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 07:29

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1990 Land Rover Defender (H878 DFE) between November 2022 and November 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 28 November 2024 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 (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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