1996 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER2.5L DIESEL
This 1996 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER is a DIESEL vehicle with a 2497cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 126,075.
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 2497cc
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Technical Specifications
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Full MOT History
Registered in 1996, this Land Rover Range Rover with plate M88 KAA has undergone 5 MOT inspections since October 2023.
Across its entire MOT history, this Land Rover has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). The pass rate is roughly in line with national averages for vehicles of this age.
The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.
There are 15 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.
A total of 2 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
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Our Verdict
Avoid this 1996 Land Rover Range Rover due to repeated MOT failures, significant corrosion, and high mileage for its age. The vehicle shows persistent mechanical and structural issues that suggest poor long-term reliability.
This vehicle requires extreme caution. Insist on a full mechanical inspection by a specialist with experience in classic Land Rovers. Check for rust under the chassis and in the sills, which are prone to corrosion. Verify service history for maintenance of the diesel engine and suspension system. Negotiate heavily due to the high risk of hidden repairs. Be wary of 'restoration' claims—many 1990s Range Rovers suffer from metal fatigue and poor rust protection.
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AI Analysis
Historical fault & advisory patterns
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