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D11 MUC

1998 Land Rover Defender

Silver Diesel 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

131,326 mi
Last recorded131,326 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Land Rover Defender110,057 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD11 MUC
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 131,326 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

steering operation heavy

Fail 13 Feb 2026 131,310 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

steering operation heavy

Pass 21 Feb 2025 128,822 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 125,387 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2023 125,387 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Steering system fouling front/rear arm fouling front axle (2.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 121,384 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2022 121,384 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2021 118,998 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 25 Nov 2021 118,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 117,126 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 114,912 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 113,719 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 113,489 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 113,275 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 113,016 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 113,016 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 111,221 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 111,198 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 109,482 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 107,323 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 104,217 miles

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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D11 MUC is a 1998 Land Rover Defender in Silver with a 2,494cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 D11 MUC, 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

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What year was D11 MUC registered?

D11 MUC is a 1998 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 10 August 1998.

Is D11 MUC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D11 MUC shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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