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TAP 714R

1998 Land Rover 101

Beige Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,534 mi
Last recorded53,534 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Land Rover 10146,014 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAP 714R
MakeLand Rover
Model101
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 53,534 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 53,131 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 53,105 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 53,097 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 52,688 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

track rod slightly bent

Pass 28 Jun 2010 51,857 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 51,639 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 51,639 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Steering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

Pass 2 May 2008 50,221 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 50,687 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 22 Apr 2006 50,647 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

How Reliable is the Land Rover 101?

Based on 2,888 MOT tests across 320 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
697
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
320
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 94
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 92
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 90
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 89
Brake pipe excessively corroded 60
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TAP 714R is a 1998 Land Rover 101 in Beige with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Land Rover 101 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 46,014 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover 101 fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 94 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TAP 714R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover 101 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 28 years old, this Land Rover 101 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TAP 714R registered?

TAP 714R is a 1998 Land Rover 101, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is TAP 714R safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAP 714R shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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