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C398 LCX

1986 Land Rover Defender

Green Diesel 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

126,993 mi
Last recorded126,993 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 1986 Land Rover Defender124,952 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC398 LCX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1986
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 126,993 miles

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

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2025 124,424 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 123,438 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 122,612 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 121,869 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 121,006 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2020 120,419 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 119,231 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2018 118,007 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 116,208 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Aug 2016 111,880 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 108,012 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 105,159 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 103,426 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Aug 2012 101,580 miles

Front Steering damper deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 101,580 miles

Front Steering damper deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 98,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 98,114 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 94,732 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 91,266 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 7 Sep 2009 91,266 miles

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Shock absorber detached (2.7.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 86,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 86,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 83,737 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 81,454 miles

Chassis in rusty condition .

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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C398 LCX is a 1986 Land Rover Defender in Green with a 2,496cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1986 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 124,952 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 C398 LCX, 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 40 years old, this Land Rover Defender is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C398 LCX registered?

C398 LCX is a 1986 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 11 July 1986.

Is C398 LCX safe to buy?

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