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K33 TYX

1998 Land Rover Defender

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

166,762 mi
Last recorded166,762 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Land Rover Defender110,057 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK33 TYX
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 166,762 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2025 166,565 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 165,950 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 164,832 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2023 164,832 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear. (0.1 (d))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 163,509 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 163,509 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c)) DANGEROUS

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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K33 TYX is a 1998 Land Rover Defender in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 K33 TYX, 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 K33 TYX?

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What year was K33 TYX registered?

K33 TYX is a 1998 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K33 TYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K33 TYX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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