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C3 TNY

1998 Land Rover Freelander

Green Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

160,564 mi
Last recorded160,564 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 1998 Land Rover Freelander97,183 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 TNY
MakeLand Rover
ModelFreelander
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 160,564 miles

front tyres just legal

Fail 17 Feb 2012 160,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front tyres just legal

Pass 31 Jan 2011 158,025 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 144,339 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES JUST LEGAL

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2010 144,339 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES JUST LEGAL

Pass 9 Feb 2009 128,607 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Feb 2008 114,134 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 114,134 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2007 98,580 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Feb 2007 98,580 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 82,889 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 82,889 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Freelander?

Based on 4,326,495 MOT tests across 292,036 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
6,744
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
292,036
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 165,047
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 131,090
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 83,015
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 79,584
Stop lamp not working 70,651
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C3 TNY is a 1998 Land Rover Freelander in Green with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1998 Land Rover Freelander models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 97,183 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 Freelander fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 165,047 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C3 TNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Freelander typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Land Rover Freelander is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C3 TNY registered?

C3 TNY is a 1998 Land Rover Freelander, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is C3 TNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 TNY shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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