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LAND ROVER
DEFENDER 50 V8 AUTO (1998)
critical checks
MOT not found
road tax not found
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outstanding finance
Millions of UK vehicles have outstanding finance, mycarcheck found more than 8,000 cases in the comprehensive checks we ran in the last 90 days!
Types of vehicle debt are HP, PCP, PCH, lease or bill of sale. The finance company typically own these vehicles, not the driver, they could repossess it. Therefore it's vital to check the finance status before buying.
Types of vehicle debt are HP, PCP, PCH, lease or bill of sale. The finance company typically own these vehicles, not the driver, they could repossess it. Therefore it's vital to check the finance status before buying.
stolen
You certainly don't want to get involved with a stolen vehicle, that's a nightmare! If stopped by the police you could be left massively out of pocket when they seize the vehicle.
mycarcheck found over 1,600 vehicles with a stolen record in their history in the last 90 days.
mycarcheck found over 1,600 vehicles with a stolen record in their history in the last 90 days.
write-off or scrapped
It's essential to establish if a car has been involved in a serious crash. If it has, for safety you'll need to know if any damage was repairable. Also previous write-offs generally cost a lot less than a non-accident damaged car.
During the last 90 days we found that more than 16,200 vehicles we ran checks against had write-off records that a buyer may not have known about.
During the last 90 days we found that more than 16,200 vehicles we ran checks against had write-off records that a buyer may not have known about.
import or export
During the last 90 days we found that more than 9,800 vehicles we ran checks against had import/export records that a buyer may not have known about.
advisory checks
Also included are essential pre-purchase checks such as details of previous ownership, plate and colour changes, engine number, and the VIN confirmation.
recorded use
mileage record
29th May 2025
0 miles (MOT)
9th May 2024
0 miles (MOT)
1st Mar 2023
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21st Feb 2023
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17th Mar 2022
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10th Mar 2022
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19th Mar 2021
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15th Mar 2021
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13th Jan 2020
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9th Jan 2020
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29th Jan 2019
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19th Jan 2018
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15th Jan 2018
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6th Jan 2017
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15th Jan 2016
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5th Jan 2016
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30th Dec 2014
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17th Dec 2013
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10th Dec 2013
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20th Dec 2012
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21st Dec 2011
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9th Dec 2011
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2nd Dec 2010
0 miles (MOT)
28th Oct 2009
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23rd Oct 2008
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25th Oct 2007
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12th Oct 2006
0 miles (MOT)
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MOT status & history
MOT Status
Not Valid
Date
29th May 2025
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Dangerous
Offside Rear Vehicle Structure Is So Weakened By Corrosion Within 30cm Of A Towbar Mounting, The Towbar Is Likely To Become Detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii))
Date
9th May 2024
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
8th May 2025
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Vehicle Structure Slightly Corroded Within 30cm Of Towbar Mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
Date
1st Mar 2023
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
18th Mar 2024
Advisory Notice
Front Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread (0.1 (b))
Advisory Notice
Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Shock Absorbers Has Light Misting Of Oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Top Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Rear Upper Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Slight Play In Both Front Wheels
Date
21st Feb 2023
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Dangerous
Nearside Rear Shock Absorbers Likely To Become Detached Detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
Advisory Notice
Front Registration Plate Deteriorated But Not Likely To Be Misread (0.1 (b))
Advisory Notice
Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Shock Absorbers Has Light Misting Of Oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Rear Shock Absorbers Has A Slightly Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Shock Absorbers Has A Slightly Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
Major
Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn Top Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Top Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Offside Front Anti-roll Bar Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Nearside Front Anti-roll Bar Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Rear Upper Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Nearside Rear Vehicle Structure Corroded To The Extent That The Rigidity Of The Assembly Is Significantly Reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Major
Offside Rear Vehicle Structure Corroded To The Extent That The Rigidity Of The Assembly Is Significantly Reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Major
Rear Prop Shaft Joint Excessively Worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Advisory Notice
Slight Play In Both Front Wheels
Date
17th Mar 2022
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
18th Mar 2023
Advisory Notice
Rear Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory Notice
Steering Linkage Ball Joint Has Slight Play Drop Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Minor
Rear Suspension Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Severely Deteriorated Axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Minor
Steering Linkage Ball Joint Ball Joint Dust Cover Damaged Or Deteriorated, But Preventing The Ingress Of Dirt Drop Arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Headlamp Ring Damaged
Date
10th Mar 2022
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Major
Nearside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Major
Nearside Headlamp Aim Too High (4.1.2 (a))
Major
Front Passenger Door Does Not Latch Securely Closed (6.2.3 (a))
Major
Nearside Rear Anti-roll Bar Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Offside Rear Anti-roll Bar Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Rear Suspension Arm Ball Joint Has Slight Play Axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Nearside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Offside Rear Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn Trailing Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Nearside Front Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Offside Front Suspension Arm Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn Trailing Arm Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Exhaust Has A Minor Leak Of Exhaust Gases (6.1.2 (a))
Major
Nearside Rear Towbar Component Excessively Corroded Chassis (6.1.6 (a))
Major
Offside Rear Towbar Component Excessively Corroded Chassis (6.1.6 (a))
Major
Nearside Rear Towbar Component Excessively Corroded Cross Member Inner And Outer (6.1.6 (a))
Major
Offside Rear Inner Towbar Component Excessively Corroded Cross Member (6.1.6 (a))
Advisory Notice
Steering Linkage Ball Joint Has Slight Play Drop Arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Minor
Rear Suspension Arm Ball Joint Dust Cover Severely Deteriorated Axle (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Minor
Steering Linkage Ball Joint Ball Joint Dust Cover Damaged Or Deteriorated, But Preventing The Ingress Of Dirt Drop Arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Headlamp Ring Damaged
Date
19th Mar 2021
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
18th Mar 2022
Date
15th Mar 2021
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Dangerous
Offside Rear Suspension Component Mounting Prescribed Area Is Corroded To The Extent That Control Of The Vehicle Is Likely To Be Adversely Affected Front Body Mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
Major
Offside Rear Direction Indicator Not Working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Major
Offside Rear Towbar Component Excessively Corroded (6.1.6 (a))
Major
Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorbers Has An Excessively Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
Major
Offside Rear Anti-roll Bar Ball Joint Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Front Wheel Bearing Has Excessive Play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Date
13th Jan 2020
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
28th Jan 2021
Date
9th Jan 2020
Result
Failed
Odometer
0 miles
Expiry
Not Available
Major
Nearside Front Anti-roll Bar Ball Joint Excessively Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Major
Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorbers Has An Excessively Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
Major
Rear Anti-roll Bar Linkage Pin Or Bush Excessively Worn D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Minor
Offside Obligatory Mirror Slightly Damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
Date
29th Jan 2019
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
28th Jan 2020
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll Bar Ball Joint Has Slight Play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Front Anti-roll Bar Linkage Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Rear Anti-roll Bar Linkage Pin Or Bush Worn But Not Resulting In Excessive Movement D Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Notice
Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorbers Has A Slightly Worn Bush (5.3.2 (c))
Date
19th Jan 2018
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
18th Jan 2019
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
Date
15th Jan 2018
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Nearside Rear Upper Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Nearside Rear Lower Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Offside Rear Upper Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Offside Rear Lower Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Nearside Front Upper Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Offside Front Upper Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Nearside Rear Anti-roll Bar Has Excessive Play In A Pin/bush (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Offside Rear Anti-roll Bar Has Excessive Play In A Pin/bush (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Nearside Front Front Wheel Bearing Has Excessive Play (2.5.a.3c)
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
Date
6th Jan 2017
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
14th Jan 2018
Advisory Notice
Rear Shock Absorber Has A Slightly Worn Bush All Bushes (2.7.4)
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Lower Steering Pivot Point Has Slight Play (2.2.b.1g)
Advisory Notice
Rear Propshaft Universal Joint Worn ()
Date
15th Jan 2016
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
14th Jan 2017
Date
5th Jan 2016
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Registration Plate Lamp Not Working (1.1.c.1d)
Fail
Offside Front Position Lamp(s) Not Working (1.1.a.3b)
Fail
Offside Front Anti-roll Bar Has Excessive Play In A Ball Joint (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Nearside Rear Anti-roll Bar Has Excessive Play In A Ball Joint (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Centre Rear Upper Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Offside Rear Upper Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Nearside Rear Upper Radius Arm Has Excessive Play In A Pin/bush (2.4.g.2)
Date
30th Dec 2014
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
29th Dec 2015
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Front Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play (2.5.a.3c)
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Seat Belt Damaged But Not Affecting The Operation Of The Belt (5.2.2a)
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Seat Belt Damaged But Webbing Not Significantly Weakened (5.2.2a)
User Entered
All Tyres Starting To Crack
Date
17th Dec 2013
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
20th Dec 2014
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Anti-roll Bar Linkage Has Slight Play In A Ball Joint (2.4.g.2)
Advisory Notice
Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
Date
10th Dec 2013
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Nearside Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
Fail
Offside Front Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (8.2.2)
Fail
Offside Front Headlamp Aim Too High (1.8)
Fail
Nearside Front Headlamp Aim Too Low (1.8)
Fail
Fuel Cap/sealing Device Missing (7.2.4a)
Fail
Power Steering Pipe(s) Or Hose(s) Leaking From A Joint (2.3.3b)
Fail
Offside Rear Anti-roll Bar Linkage Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Nearside Rear Vehicle Structure Excessively Corroded Within 30cm Of Towbar Mounting (6.6.6)
Fail
Centre Rear Parking Brake Recording Little Or No Effort (3.7.b.6a)
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Anti-roll Bar Linkage Has Slight Play In A Ball Joint (2.4.g.2)
Advisory Notice
Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
Date
20th Dec 2012
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
20th Dec 2013
Advisory Notice
Offside Headlamp Damaged But Light Output Not Reduced (1.7.5a)
Advisory Notice
Offside Front Obligatory Mirror Damaged, But Not Seriously Affecting The Rear View (8.1.2a)
User Entered
U/jfront Prop Worn
Date
21st Dec 2011
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
20th Dec 2012
Date
9th Dec 2011
Result
Failed
Odometer
0
Expiry
Not Available
Fail
Nearside Rear Anti-roll Bar Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Offside Rear Anti-roll Bar Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Nearside Front Panhard Rod Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Offside Front Panhard Rod Rubber Bush Deteriorated Resulting In Excessive Movement (2.4.g.2)
Fail
Nearside Front Lower Shock Absorber Has An Excessively Worn Bush (2.7.4)
Fail
Parking Brake: Efficiency Below Requirements (3.7.c.1b)
User Entered
N/s/r Wheel Bearing Has Slight Play
Date
2nd Dec 2010
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
1st Dec 2011
Advisory Notice
Power Steering Pipe(s) Or Hose(s) Has Slight Seepage (2.3.3b)
Advisory Notice
Nearside Rear Anti-roll Bar Has Slight Play In A Pin/bush (2.4.g.2)
Advisory Notice
Offside Rear Anti-roll Bar Has Slight Play In A Pin/bush (2.4.g.2)
Date
28th Oct 2009
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
27th Oct 2010
Date
23rd Oct 2008
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
24th Oct 2009
Advisory Notice
Nearside Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
Advisory Notice
Offside Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
Date
25th Oct 2007
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
24th Oct 2008
Date
12th Oct 2006
Result
Passed
Odometer
0
Expiry
11th Oct 2007
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valuation data
current values
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change over time
An estimated mileage of Not Available miles was used for the valuation. Calculation based upon an original value of Not Available, current value of Not Available and age of 9993 days.
Valuations, original pricing or age data are not available for this vehicle. Vehicle models which are new to the market, or which are not sold in sufficient volumes, cannot be valued accurately.
running costs
fuel efficiency
Extra Urban
0 mpg
Urban Cold
0 mpg
road tax
Tax Status
SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification)
subsequent years
6 months (Non Direct Debit)
£206
12 months (Non Direct Debit)
£375
6 months (Direct Debit)
£197
12 months (Direct Debit)
£394
Details for this vehicle are shown as provided by our data sources, for example the manufacturer and dvla.
Details for this vehicle have not been provided from the manufacturer or dvla.
specifications
original details
Manufactured
31st Dec 1998
Registration
1st Aug 1998
Current Colour
Blue
Original Colour
Blue
Country of Origin
United kingdom
Model Variant
V8 50
Model Variant Setup Date
1st Jun 1998
Model Variant Visibility Date
1st Jun 1998
vehicle body
Articulation
Rigid
Number of Axles
2
Body Type
Light 4x4 Utility
Drive Type
4X4
performance & engine
Make
Land rover
Fuel
Petrol
Euro Status
Not Available
Transmission
Automatic
Number of Gears
4
Nominal Capacity
3.9L
Size
3947 cc
Driving Axle
All - permanent
Aspiration
Naturally aspirated
Number of Cylinders
8
Delivery
Normal
Description
B4GTARAP
Specification data for this vehicle is shown as recorded in our data sources, for example from the manufacturer and dvla.
Specification data for this vehicle has not been provided in the registration from the manufacturer.
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model insights
LAND ROVER DEFENDER 50 V8 AUTO
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- The most popular colour is Blue.
- The most common fuel type was Petrol.
- We saw engines of size 3.9L more than any other.
Blue
97.14%
Black
2.86%
1999
25.71%
1998
74.29%
3947cc
94.29%
3497cc
2.86%
4554cc
2.86%
Petrol
97.14%
Petrol & Gas
2.86%
0
8.57%
1
11.43%
2
8.57%
3
20.00%
4
14.29%
5
17.14%
6
8.57%
7
8.57%
8
2.86%
00k … 10k
3.85%
10k … 20k
3.85%
20k … 30k
7.69%
40k … 50k
3.85%
50k … 60k
15.38%
60k … 70k
7.69%
70k … 80k
15.38%
80k … 90k
11.54%
90k … 100k
7.69%
100k … 110k
3.85%
110k … 120k
3.85%
130k … 140k
3.85%
140k … 150k
3.85%
160k … 170k
7.69%
