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B10 XFD

1998 Land Rover Defender

Grey Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,259 mi
Last recorded127,259 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Land Rover Defender110,057 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 XFD
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 127,259 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 139,341 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 125,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 124,633 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 103,460 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Oct 2006 102,183 miles

Oil leak

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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B10 XFD is a 1998 Land Rover Defender in Grey with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B10 XFD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B10 XFD?

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What year was B10 XFD registered?

B10 XFD is a 1998 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 30 June 1998.

Is B10 XFD safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 XFD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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