CarVerify

Free Car Check

TCX 298T

1979 Land Rover Jeep

Green Petrol 3500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,362 mi
Last recorded8,362 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2017
4 checks still locked for this Land Rover
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCX 298T
MakeLand Rover
ModelJeep
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2017 8,362 miles

front prop shaft gaiter slightly split

tyres slightly cracked

Pass 15 Aug 2016 7,781 miles

Offside Rear Oil leak at wheel ()

slight play steering box shaft

Fail 8 Aug 2016 7,756 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Rear Oil leak at wheel ()

slight play steering box shaft

Pass 22 Jun 2015 4,982 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 4,982 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 3,748 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 3,746 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 3,566 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 3,394 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 3,067 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 2,645 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play at steering relay box

Pass 19 Jun 2009 1,840 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 79,238 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 738 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 99,692 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 99,692 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Land Rover Jeep?

Based on 2,119 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
515
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 85
Stop lamp not working 82
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 70
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 49
position lamp(s) not working 48
Full Land Rover Jeep reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TCX 298T is a 1979 Land Rover Jeep in Green with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Land Rover Jeep fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 85 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCX 298T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Jeep typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 47 years old, this Land Rover Jeep is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TCX 298T?

You can check the full history of TCX 298T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TCX 298T registered?

TCX 298T is a 1979 Land Rover Jeep, first registered on 1 July 1979.

Is TCX 298T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCX 298T shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TCX 298T have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TCX 298T. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.