Yes, M285 AYJ is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 May 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for M285 AYJ?

The MOT for M285 AYJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 18 October 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of M285 AYJ?

The recorded mileage for M285 AYJ is 133,248 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is M285 AYJ ULEZ compliant?

No, M285 AYJ 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

Road Tax Paid

1994 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · M285 AYJ

M285 AYJ

1994 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/08/1994. Recorded mileage 133,248 miles. MOT valid until 18/10/2026. Taxed until 01/05/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1994 · Manchester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 18/10/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/05/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 133,248 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 18/10/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/05/2027

Mileage: 133,248 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1994
Engine: 2495cc

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M285 AYJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 14/10/2025
133,248 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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M285 AYJ Mileage History

11/10/2023129,508 mi
20/10/2023129,521 mi+13 mi
16/10/2024131,820 mi+2,299 mi
16/10/2024131,825 mi+5 mi
14/10/2025133,248 mi+1,423 mi

Average of roughly 1,862 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

M285 AYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 Sept 2026, 18:06

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Land Rover Defender (M285 AYJ) between October 2023 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 14 October 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 (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened axle mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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