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C198 FAX

1985 Land Rover 90

Green Diesel 2286cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,433 mi
Last recorded78,433 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Land Rover 90113,582 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC198 FAX
MakeLand Rover
Model90
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,286cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 78,433 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 75,462 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 75,462 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 2 Mar 2024 72,727 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 72,514 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 72,200 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 71,878 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2019 71,878 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 71,738 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 71,067 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 69,707 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 73,310 miles

rear diff leaking oil

How Reliable is the Land Rover 90?

Based on 13,974 MOT tests across 967 vehicles.

71.3%
Pass Rate
1,508
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
967
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 394
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 361
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 320
position lamp(s) not working 318
Brake pipe excessively corroded 307
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C198 FAX is a 1985 Land Rover 90 in Green with a 2,286cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Land Rover 90 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 113,582 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover 90 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 394 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C198 FAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 90 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 41 years old, this Land Rover 90 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C198 FAX?

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What year was C198 FAX registered?

C198 FAX is a 1985 Land Rover 90, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C198 FAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C198 FAX shows 12 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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