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98D14876

1998 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

171,867 mi
Last recorded171,867 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 1998 Land Rover Defender110,057 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration98D14876
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 May 2021 171,867 miles

Fuel pipe insecure Offside chassis rail (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front chassis to body mounting out rigger. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Flexible hose to calliper (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail to rear tie rod mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear u/j slight play. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear "A" frame ball joint. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

How Reliable is the Land Rover Defender?

Based on 2,960,045 MOT tests across 181,953 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
3,550
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
181,953
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 77,499
Brake pipe excessively corroded 77,229
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 57,749
position lamp(s) not working 53,914
Stop lamp not working 52,341
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98D14876 is a 1998 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1998 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 110,057 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover Defender fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 77,499 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 98D14876, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Defender typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 28 years old, this Land Rover Defender is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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98D14876 is a 1998 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 19 February 1998.

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