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PVJ 280

1998 Land Rover Landrover

Grey Diesel 2050cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

48,125 mi
Last recorded48,125 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVJ 280
MakeLand Rover
ModelLandrover
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,050cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 48,125 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 48,116 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 47,910 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 47,907 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2022 47,825 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 47,815 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 47,813 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 47,685 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 47,634 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 47,436 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 47,436 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 47,172 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 47,083 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 47,072 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 47,058 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 46,880 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 46,683 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,275 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 46,043 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 45,891 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 45,669 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 45,515 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Landrover?

Based on 2,014 MOT tests across 194 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
590
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
194
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 82
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 78
Stop lamp not working 71
position lamp(s) not working 65
Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 48
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PVJ 280 is a 1998 Land Rover Landrover in Grey with a 2,050cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Landrover fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PVJ 280, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Landrover typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 28 years old, this Land Rover Landrover is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PVJ 280?

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What year was PVJ 280 registered?

PVJ 280 is a 1998 Land Rover Landrover, first registered on 6 February 1998.

Is PVJ 280 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVJ 280 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PVJ 280 have outstanding finance?

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