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AM08 MXP

2008 Land Rover Discovery

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

141,606 mi
Last recorded141,606 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Land Rover Discovery100,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 MXP
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2022 141,606 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 139,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 134,540 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 127,547 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 117,462 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 107,086 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 107,086 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 97,549 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 89,747 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 79,681 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advanced wear in both sides front lower suspension arm mounting bushes

both front tyres tread worn on inner edges

Pass 11 Apr 2013 67,284 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

advanced wear in both front brake discs

advanced wear in both rear brake discs

Pass 23 Apr 2012 58,025 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

wear in all brake discs front and rear

Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,336 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)

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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AM08 MXP is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 100,970 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 AM08 MXP, 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 18 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM08 MXP registered?

AM08 MXP is a 2008 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is AM08 MXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 MXP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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