The road tax status for P542 CAN is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for P542 CAN?

The MOT for P542 CAN is valid and due for renewal on or before 15 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of P542 CAN?

The recorded mileage for P542 CAN is 180,959 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P542 CAN ULEZ compliant?

No, P542 CAN 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

1996 Land Rover Defender 2.5L Diesel · P542 CAN

P542 CAN

1996 Land Rover Defender (2.5L, diesel). First registered 08/08/1996. Recorded mileage 180,959 miles. MOT valid until 15/06/2027.

Make & Model: LAND ROVER DEFENDER
Year / Origin: 1996 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 15/06/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 180,959 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 15/06/2027

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Mileage: 180,959 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1996
Engine: 2495cc

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P542 CAN Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 23/05/2026
180,959 miles recorded at latest MOT
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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P542 CAN Mileage History

11/06/2022180,248 mi
17/06/2023180,401 mi+153 mi
15/06/2024180,520 mi+119 mi
11/06/2025180,774 mi+254 mi
23/05/2026180,959 mi+185 mi

Average of roughly 180 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

P542 CAN MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 16:34

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Land Rover Defender (P542 CAN) between June 2022 and May 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 26 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 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.

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