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AK52 XLT

2002 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

109,393 mi
Last recorded109,393 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Land Rover Discovery106,192 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 XLT
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 109,393 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 108,395 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 106,693 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front radiator cross member corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2022 104,968 miles

Central Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Tubular crossmember holed by corrosion. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 103,678 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2021 103,678 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 101,892 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 99,775 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 96,861 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 94,678 miles

Applied rust proofing to rear brake pipes.

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 91,054 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2015 86,911 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 83,599 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2013 80,472 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 77,165 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 71,141 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 65,709 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 56,991 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 51,733 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 44,423 miles

Oil leak

all tyres wearing on edges

handbrake travel high

unable to see innewr brake pads

Pass 25 Oct 2006 37,349 miles

How Reliable is the Land Rover Discovery?

Based on 4,388,972 MOT tests across 325,470 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
6,904
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
325,470
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 153,632
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 141,712
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 136,366
position lamp(s) not working 91,214
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 88,089
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AK52 XLT is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2002 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 106,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover Discovery fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 153,632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK52 XLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Discovery typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 24 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK52 XLT registered?

AK52 XLT is a 2002 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 6 November 2002.

Is AK52 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XLT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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