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M88 MVB

1999 Land Rover Defender

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

105,949 mi
Last recorded105,949 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Land Rover Defender106,873 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM88 MVB
MakeLand Rover
ModelDefender
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 105,949 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 97,829 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 93,101 miles

All tyres slightly perished

Pass 2 Nov 2022 87,754 miles

hub seals damp

underside corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2021 85,727 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 85,619 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 81,968 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 79,789 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 74,649 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 72,606 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2012 65,729 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 65,682 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 64,655 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 64,649 miles

Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp shows direct white light to the rear (1.1.C.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 63,026 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 62,712 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jan 2006 113,127 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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M88 MVB is a 1999 Land Rover Defender in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1999 Land Rover Defender models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 106,873 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 M88 MVB, 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 27 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 M88 MVB?

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What year was M88 MVB registered?

M88 MVB is a 1999 Land Rover Defender, first registered on 15 December 1999.

Is M88 MVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for M88 MVB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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