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S543 BBD

1998 Land Rover 4X4

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,260 mi
Last recorded134,260 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS543 BBD
MakeLand Rover
Model4X4
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2009 134,260 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 134,259 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 123,544 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 118,150 miles

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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S543 BBD is a 1998 Land Rover 4X4 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S543 BBD, 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 S543 BBD registered?

S543 BBD is a 1998 Land Rover 4X4, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S543 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S543 BBD shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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