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S263 OEC

1998 Land Rover 4X4

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2021
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

110,622 mi
Last recorded110,622 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS263 OEC
MakeLand Rover
Model4X4
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc
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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 110,622 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 108,517 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 105,476 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2017 105,474 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 102,783 miles

n/s/r brake binding

Fail 18 Jul 2016 102,780 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag and SRS lamps lit (5.4.2)

n/s/r brake binding

Pass 16 Jul 2015 99,796 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Fail 16 Jul 2015 99,794 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 96,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 96,298 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 92,321 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 92,321 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 87,121 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2012 87,121 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 62,652 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 77,140 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Jun 2010 77,127 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Jun 2009 73,155 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 73,155 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 69,822 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 65,588 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 61,564 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 54,652 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 54,652 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Land Rover 4X4?

Based on 1,085 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,229
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 29
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 25
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 24
Brake pipe excessively corroded 22
Stop lamp not working 19
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S263 OEC is a 1998 Land Rover 4X4 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Land Rover 4X4 fails its MOT is shock absorber has an excessively worn bush, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S263 OEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 4X4 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 28 years old, this Land Rover 4X4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S263 OEC registered?

S263 OEC is a 1998 Land Rover 4X4, first registered on 10 November 1998.

Is S263 OEC safe to buy?

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