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AY51 LRK

2001 Land Rover Discovery

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

164,386 mi
Last recorded164,386 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Land Rover Discovery109,579 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 LRK
MakeLand Rover
ModelDiscovery
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 164,386 miles

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 May 2018 164,384 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 161,197 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Rear has had various welding (6.1.A.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 158,250 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 155,097 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 151,055 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 151,055 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 146,207 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 144,747 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

both rear chassis have slight corrosion

engine oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2013 144,747 miles

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

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

both rear chassis have slight corrosion

engine oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2012 137,176 miles

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

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 131,300 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front bumper insecure

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Offside Front Upper Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

slight leak power steering box

washer only just clearing window

Fail 15 Feb 2010 123,278 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2010 123,278 miles

engine oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2009 110,720 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

front diff leaking oil

rear fluid suspension pipes corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2009 110,720 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

front diff leaking oil

rear fluid suspension pipes corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2008 99,565 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 86,330 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2007 86,330 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2006 68,527 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 68,527 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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AY51 LRK is a 2001 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 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Land Rover Discovery models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 109,579 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 Discovery fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 153,632 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY51 LRK, 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 25 years old, this Land Rover Discovery is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY51 LRK registered?

AY51 LRK is a 2001 Land Rover Discovery, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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